Manny Machado is a professional baseball player known for his exceptional skills as a third baseman and shortstop. Born on July 6, 1992, in Hialeah, Florida, he was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in 2010. Machado quickly gained recognition for his powerful hitting and strong defensive abilities, earning multiple All-Star selections throughout his career. In 2018, Machado was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers and later signed a lucrative contract with the San Diego Padres in 2019. He has consistently been one of the top players in Major League Baseball (MLB), contributing significantly to his teams' successes and becoming a fan favorite.