Biography

BIOGRAPHY

JT Riddle was born October 12, 1991, in Frankfort, Kentucky. He is an infielder in the MLB.

Riddle began 2017 with New Orleans, and was promoted to the major leagues on April 10. He recorded his first major league hit on April 12, on a checked swing infield single against the Atlanta Braves. On April 16, he hit a walk-off home run against the New York Mets, his first major league home run.

Following the trade of Adeiny Hechavarria in June, Riddle became the Marlins' primary shortstop. In mid-July Riddle tore a shoulder labrum, requiring season-ending surgery in August. He had batted .250 with a .282 on-base percentage, a .355 slugging percentage, three home runs, and 31 runs batted in in 70 games prior to his injury.

Riddle began 2018 on the disabled list and was optioned to New Orleans after he was activated. He was recalled to Miami on May 26. Riddle was non-tendered on December 2, 2019, and became a free agent.

On January 7, 2021, Riddle signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins organization. On April 14, 2021, Riddle was selected to the active roster. On April 29, 2021, Riddle was designated for assignment after notching 2 hits in 6 at-bats.