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Kyle Jacob Stowers (/ˈstaʊərs/ STOW-ərs;[1] born January 2, 1998) is an American professional baseball outfielder for the Miami Marlins of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the Baltimore Orioles. In 2025, Stowers was named to his first All-Star game.

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Amateur career

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Stowers attended Christian High School in El Cajon, California, and Stanford University, where he played college baseball for the Stanford Cardinal.[2][3] In 2018, he played collegiate summer baseball with the Falmouth Commodores of the Cape Cod Baseball League and was named a league all-star.[4] As a junior in 2019, he batted .303 with nine home runs and 39 RBIs over 55 games.[5] He was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the second round of the 2019 Major League Baseball draft.[6][7]

Professional career

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Baltimore Orioles

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Minor Leagues

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Stowers made his professional debut with the Low–A Aberdeen IronBirds. He did not play in a game in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[8] He started 2021 with Aberdeen before being promoted to the Double–A Bowie Baysox.[9] He was later promoted to the Triple–A Norfolk Tides.[10] Over 124 games between the three teams, he slashed .278/.383/.514 with 27 home runs and 85 RBIs.[11] After the season, he played in the Arizona Fall League for the Mesa Solar Sox.[12] Stowers started the season with Triple-A Norfolk.

Major Leagues

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Stowers made his major-league debut as the starting left fielder batting eighth in an 11–1 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on June 13, 2022. His only hit in three at bats was an opposite-field, seventh-inning double off Julian Merryweather that drove in Adley Rutschman with the Orioles' lone run.[13][14] He and Rico Garcia had been promoted from the Norfolk Tides earlier that day as substitutes for Anthony Santander and Keegan Akin who were both placed on the restricted list for having been unvaccinated against COVID-19 at the time.[15] He was removed from the 40-man roster and returned to Norfolk on June 17.[16]

Stowers replaced Brett Phillips on the team's 40-man roster when his contract was selected from the Tides two months later on August 19.[17] His first-ever MLB home run was a two-out 0–2 pitch off Liam Hendriks which he sent to the bleachers in center field in the bottom of the ninth to tie at 3–3 an eventual eleven-inning 4–3 Orioles victory over the Chicago White Sox at Camden Yards six days later on August 25. Two pitches earlier, he had hit what was a potential game-ending foul out down the left-field line which was muffed by Adam Engel.[18]

In 2023, Stowers played in only 14 games with the Orioles, going 2–for–30 (.067) with no home run nor RBI. The rest of his year was spent in the minors, where he missed two months of the season with shoulder inflammation.[19]

In 2024, despite a strong spring training that saw him hit .256 with 7 home runs and 14 RBIs, Stowers was optioned to Triple–A Norfolk to begin the year.[20] He surpassed Christian Walker for most career home runs in Orioles minor-league affiliate history with three in a 26–11 away win over the Charlotte Knights on April 3.[21] He also went 4-for-7 with three runs scored and 7 RBIs.[22] Two weeks after his recall by the Orioles on May 13,[23] he established an MLB-career-high four RBIs with three hits including two doubles in an 11–3 home win over the Boston Red Sox on May 27.[24] In 19 games for Baltimore, Stowers hit .306/.297/.500 with one home run and nine RBIs.

Miami Marlins

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On July 30, 2024, the Orioles traded Stowers and Connor Norby to the Miami Marlins in exchange for pitcher Trevor Rogers.[25] He made 50 appearances for Miami down the stretch, batting .186/.262/.295 with two home runs and 15 RBI.[26]

Prior to the 2025 All-Star break, Stowers hit .293/.365/.543 with 19 home runs and 54 RBI. He was named to the All-Star Game as the Marlins' only representative.[27] On July 13 against the Orioles, Stowers went 5-for-5, with three home runs and six RBI.[28] He followed in the next game, the first after the break on July 18, with two home runs and an RBI single against the Kansas City Royals. He became the first MLB player with a two-game span of five home runs, where one of them was a walk-off. His five homers in two games are a new franchise record, and he tied these franchise records: hits in eight consecutive at-bats, reaching base in ten consecutive plate appearances, and eleven RBI in two games.[29] Stowers was named the National League Player of the Month for July after hitting .364/.451/.818 for the month, with 16 runs, five doubles, 10 home runs, and 20 RBIs. He was the first Marlin to win Player of the Month since Giancarlo Stanton in August 2017.[30]

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Kyle Stowers (born January 2, 1998) is an American for the of (MLB). A left-handed batter and thrower standing 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 215 pounds, Stowers made his MLB debut with the on June 13, 2022, after being drafted by the team in the second round (71st overall) of the 2019 MLB Draft out of . Stowers was born in , and attended , where he played for the Cardinal from 2017 to 2019. During his time at Stanford, he earned recognition as a 2019 Baseball America Preseason First-Team All-American, a member of the 2019 Stanford Regional All-Tournament Team, and a 2019 Pac-12 All-Academic honoree. In his junior year (2019), Stowers hit .280 with 6 home runs and 35 RBIs, helping Stanford reach the Super Regional of the NCAA Tournament. Professionally, Stowers spent his initial minor league seasons in the Orioles' system, progressing through levels like , Double-A, and Triple-A, where he showcased power-hitting potential with a .272 and 46 home runs across 219 games in the 2021 and 2022 minor league seasons. After limited MLB appearances with in 2022 and 2023 (batting .207 in 48 games), he was traded to the Marlins on July 30, 2024, along with infielder Connor Norby, in exchange for left-handed Trevor Rogers. In 2025, Stowers emerged as a breakout star for , posting a .288 , 25 home runs, 73 RBIs, and a .912 percentage in 117 games, earning him a spot in the National League and as a National League finalist for outfielders. However, his season was cut short by a left oblique strain in August 2025, with setbacks preventing a return.

Early life and high school

Early life

Kyle Stowers was born on January 2, 1998, in El Cajon, California. El Cajon, a city in San Diego County, serves as a suburb situated about 15 miles east of downtown San Diego, offering a blend of urban accessibility and suburban living within Southern California. Stowers is the son of Sheri Copeland and Michael Stowers, with two older brothers, Michael Jr. and Barrett—who are eight and five years his senior, respectively—and a younger , Katie. Born right-handed, he began mirroring his brothers' left-handed approach in daily activities during his early years in El Cajon. Public details on his family background and specific early influences remain limited beyond these familial ties.

High school career

Kyle Stowers attended Christian High School in , from 2012 to 2016, where he emerged as a multi-sport excelling in and . After quitting in to focus on , Stowers returned to the sport and made the at Christian High School. As a left-handed , first baseman, and , Stowers showcased his versatility on the diamond, contributing significantly to the team's success during his tenure. In , Stowers was a standout performer for the Christian Patriots, helping lead the team to a (CIF) state championship. His athletic prowess and strong build—standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing 190 pounds—made him a key contributor to the program's accomplishments. Off the field, he also participated in , balancing commitments across both sports while developing his overall athletic foundation. Stowers' high school performance garnered notable recruiting attention, with rankings placing him in the top 233 nationally for a key statistic, top 30 in , and top 4 in the San Diego Section. These accolades highlighted his potential as a left-handed and , drawing interest from college programs.

College and amateur career

College career

Stowers enrolled at in 2016 and played for the in the from 2017 to 2019. As a in 2017, he appeared in 19 games, primarily as a left fielder, batting .103 with one and four RBI while adjusting to collegiate play. In his year of 2018, Stowers broke out offensively, starting all 58 games and hitting .286 with 10 s and 42 RBI, finishing second on the team in those categories and slugging .510. He earned All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention and Pac-12 All-Academic Honorable Mention honors that season, contributing to Stanford's first Pac-12 championship since 2004. Stowers' junior campaign in 2019 marked further refinement, as he batted .303 with nine s and 39 RBI over 55 games, showcasing improved plate discipline with a reduced rate. He was named to the Baseball America Preseason First-Team All-American, received All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention and All-Pac-12 Defense recognition for his work, and was part of the Stanford Regional All-Tournament Team. He demonstrated versatility across left field (45 games), center field (26 games), and right field. Overall, Stowers progressed from a limited-role to a power-hitting , increasing his output significantly from one in 2017 to 10 in 2018 and nine in 2019, while honing his defensive range in the outfield.
YearGames (G)Batting Average (BA)Home Runs (HR)RBIPositions Played
201719.10314LF (10)
201858.2861042LF (54), RF (11), CF (1)
201955.303939LF (45), CF (26)

Cape Cod Baseball League

In the summer of 2018, following his sophomore year at , Kyle Stowers joined the of the , a premier wooden-bat summer circuit known for its high level of competition and scout attendance. Playing primarily in the outfield corners and as a , Stowers quickly established himself as one of the team's top offensive contributors, batting .326 with six home runs and 13 doubles over 34 games, which ranked him among the league leaders in several categories. Stowers' strong performance earned him a selection to the 2018 , where he started for the West Division and went 2-for-2 with a . His ability to generate power—showcasing above-average bat speed and a smooth left-handed swing—drew significant attention from professional scouts, significantly elevating his profile in a league renowned for producing MLB talent. Despite occasional swing-and-miss issues, Stowers demonstrated resilience by adapting to the league's demanding environment, building on his college rebound to post 17 multi-hit games and lead the league with 29 runs scored. Stowers' contributions were instrumental to the Commodores' lineup, providing consistent production in a competitive setting that emphasized plate discipline and power against top collegiate pitching. Falmouth manager Jeff Trundy noted Stowers' impact, stating, "He’s put himself… in a pretty select group," highlighting his personal growth and value to the team during the summer campaign.

Professional career

Minor league career

Stowers was selected by the Orioles in the second round (71st overall) of the out of , signing a professional contract for a $884,200 bonus. He made his professional debut that summer with the Low-A of the New York-Penn League, appearing in 55 games and batting .216 with six home runs and 23 RBIs while earning honors. The 2020 minor league season was canceled due to the , limiting Stowers to instructional league play with the Orioles organization. In 2021, Stowers began the year with Aberdeen, where he hit .278 with 27 home runs across three levels, leading minor leaguers in power while drawing 73 walks in 124 games. He earned promotions to Double-A Bowie Baysox in June and Triple-A in September, showcasing improved plate discipline and power development that reduced his rate from prior seasons. For his performance, Stowers shared the Brooks Minor League Co-Player of the Year award with and was named a MiLB.com Organization All-Star. That fall, he played for the Mesa Solar Sox in the , contributing to their championship team. Stowers opened 2022 at Triple-A , batting .264 with 19 home runs and 78 RBIs in 95 games before his major league call-up in June. Over his career with through 2022, he posted a .260 with 52 home runs and 186 RBIs in 274 games, establishing himself as a top power-hitting prospect ranked seventh in the organization by Baseball America entering the year.

Baltimore Orioles

Stowers was called up to the Baltimore Orioles from Triple-A on June 13, 2022, following a strong performance that season, and made his major league debut that same day against the Toronto Blue Jays, recording his first career hit and RBI with a double in the seventh inning. In limited action during the 2022 season, he appeared in 34 games, batting .253 with 3 s and 11 RBI, including his first MLB on August 25 against the , a ninth-inning solo shot off that tied the game at 3-3, helping spark an eventual 4-3 walk-off victory in 11 innings. Stowers' 2023 season was severely limited by injury, as he played in only 14 games for with a .067 , no s, and no RBI before being optioned to Triple-A on May 15; he was later placed on the seven-day with right shoulder inflammation, which sidelined him for over a month and prevented a return to the majors that year. In 2024, Stowers began the season at Triple-A but was recalled on May 13 and appeared in 19 games with , posting a .306 , 1 , and 9 RBI; his standout performance came on May 27 against the Boston Red Sox, when he went 3-for-4 with two doubles and a career-high 4 RBI in an 11-3 win. During his time with , Stowers was frequently shuttled between the majors and minors, including an option to in late and additional activations and demotions as part of the team's depth management.

Miami Marlins

On July 30, 2024, the acquired Kyle Stowers and Connor Norby from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for left-handed pitcher Trevor Rogers, bringing in a power-hitting prospect to bolster their lineup amid a rebuilding effort. Stowers, who had faced challenges securing consistent playing time with the Orioles earlier that season, debuted with the Marlins shortly after the trade and appeared in 50 games for the team in 2024, posting a .186 with 2 home runs and 15 RBI. Stowers experienced a significant breakout in 2025, establishing himself as an everyday left fielder and one of the Marlins' most productive hitters. Before the break, he slashed .293/.368/.543 with 19 home runs and 54 RBI over 304 at-bats, showcasing improved plate discipline and power that propelled Miami's offense early in the season. For the full year, Stowers finished with a .288 , 25 home runs, 73 RBI, 5 stolen bases, and a .912 percentage across 399 at-bats, contributing to a 3.6 WAR and helping the Marlins to a 79-83 record. Stowers was placed on the 10-day on August 17 with a left oblique strain, missing the remainder of the season after a setback during rehab in September. Stowers' most memorable performances came in July 2025, capping a red-hot stretch that highlighted his emergence as a franchise cornerstone. On July 13 against his former team, , he went 5-for-5 with 3 home runs and 6 RBI in an 11-1 Marlins victory, marking the first three-homer game of his career and his first five-hit outing. Five days later, on July 18 versus the Royals, Stowers homered twice—including a two-run walk-off blast in the 10th inning—driving in 5 RBI to secure an 8-7 win in . These two games set multiple Miami Marlins franchise records, including 5 home runs in a two-game span—the first time any player achieved this feat in team history—as well as 11 RBI over those contests. Stowers also tied a club record by reaching base in 10 consecutive plate appearances, fueled by a streak of 8 straight hits that included 4 home runs and 4 singles during the sequence.

Awards and honors

Pre-professional awards

During his time at Christian High School in , Kyle Stowers contributed significantly to the team's success, helping lead them to two championships and the CIF San Diego Section Division III championship and CIF State Division III title in 2015. As a recruit, Stowers ranked No. 42 overall in and No. 11 among outfielders in the state according to Perfect Game, while earning a No. 348 national ranking and No. 58 among outfielders nationwide. At , Stowers earned several honors in 2019, his junior season, including All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention for his offensive contributions and selection to the All-Pac-12 Defensive Team for his outfield play. He was also named to the Stanford Regional All-Tournament Team after the Cardinal's appearance in the NCAA Regionals that year. Additionally, Stowers received Pac-12 All-Academic Honorable Mention, acknowledging his balance of athletics and scholarship. Entering the 2019 season, he was tabbed as a . In the summer of 2018, Stowers played for the Falmouth Commodores in the Cape Cod Baseball League, where he was selected as a West Division All-Star, highlighting his performance among top collegiate prospects.

Professional awards

In 2021, while in the Baltimore Orioles' minor league system, Stowers was named the Brooks Robinson Minor League Co-Player of the Year, sharing the honor with catcher Adley Rutschman for their standout performances across multiple levels. Stowers earned his first major league recognition in 2025 with the , where he was selected as the team's lone representative to the MLB , marking his inaugural appearance in the midsummer classic. That same season, he was named the National League Player of the Month for July after batting .364 with 10 home runs and 20 RBI over 25 games, becoming the first Marlins to win the award since in 2017. Stowers also received two National League Player of the Week honors in 2025, first in early May for a week that included four home runs and a .423 , and again in mid-July following a .500 average with three home runs in seven games. Additionally, he was announced as a finalist for the 2025 National League Silver Slugger Award at outfield, recognizing his offensive contributions during a breakout year. On the team level, Stowers was selected as the Marlins' 2025 Heart & Hustle Award winner by the Players Alumni Association, honoring players who demonstrate passion, integrity, and leadership both on and off the field.

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