Gleyber Torres is a professional baseball player for the Detroit Tigers of Major League Baseball (MLB). Born on December 13, 1996, in Caracas, Venezuela, Torres started playing MLB as a second baseman for the New York Yankees, making his debut on April 22, 2018. Playing for the Yankees from 2018 to 2024, he was named to MLB All-Star two times in 2018 and 2019.
Torres started playing baseball as a pitcher and catcher as a child. He eventually transitioned to shortstop. In 2013, Torres signed his first agreement as a pro baseball player with the Chicago Cubs. He signed with the Cubs as an international free agent the same year. He transferred to the New York Yankees on July 25, 2016, and played in minor leagues before making his debut in the Major League.
Who are Gleyber Torres’ parents?
Eusebio Torres and Ibelise Castro are the parents of Gleyber Torres. Based on Gleyber’s Instagram, his parents were born on the same date, September 27.
Who is Gleyber Torres’ father?
Eusebio Torres is the father of Gleyber Torres. He identified his son's potential when Gleyber was 9 years old, as reported by MLB. Gleyber's father said, “At 9, young kids play baseball, but they don’t stand out with their performances the way Gleyber did. That allowed me to dream and made me realize that Gleyber had a special talent. When he was 9 years old, I envisioned it and I told his mother and his godmother that Gleyber was going to play professional baseball."
Like his son, Eusebio Torres is also passionate about baseball as per his Twitter bio. In 2019, MLB reported that Eusebio was serving as a catcher on a Venezuelan amateur baseball team. In September 2023, Eusebio posted a picture of him playing baseball in the Master Baseball League, Metropolitan University, on X (formerly Twitter).
What nationality are Gleyber Torres’ parents?
Gleyber Torres’ mother, Ibelise Castro, and father, Eusebio Torres, are Venezuelan nationals. According to Gleyber Torres, Eusebio and Ibelise hail from Caracas and met in the same city. He disclosed this information during an interview with MLB.com in 2018.
FAQs on Gleyber Torres
A. Gleyber Torres made his MLB debut on April 22, 2018, for the New York Yankees.
A. Yes, Gleyber Torres is married to Elizabeth Torres, and they have a son named Ethan.
A. Gleyber Torres primarily plays as a second baseman.
A. Torres weighs approximately 205 pounds (93 kg), as per MLB.
