Tim Tawa Debuts as Second Baseman for Arizona Diamondbacks

Timothy John Tawa, born on April 7, 1999, made his Major League Baseball debut as a second baseman for the Arizona Diamondbacks on April 5, 2025. Tawa, a standout athlete from West Linn High School in Oregon, is well known for setting state records in football with 11,337 passing yards and 143 touchdown passes before turning his focus to baseball.

In his debut game, Tawa contributed an RBI and a run, marking an impressive start to his professional career. His transition from a record-setting high school quarterback to a professional baseball second baseman highlights his versatility and athletic prowess, setting high expectations for his future with the Diamondbacks.