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Drafted 1,017th overall, Ty France became an All-Star and set the Mariners' HBP record. Challenge yourself with this MLB trivia quiz.

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Tyler Lawrence France

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birthday July 13, 1994

age 31

birthplace Downey, California

nationality American

height 5'10" (178 cm)

weight 215 lbs (98 kg)

zodiac Cancer

net worth $5 million (estimated)

team San Diego Padres

position First Baseman / Utility Infielder

jersey # 25

draft 2015, 34th round (1,017th overall) — San Diego Padres

contract 1 year, $1.35 million (2026)

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Who Is Ty France?

Tyler Lawrence France is a versatile first baseman and utility infielder currently playing for the San Diego Padres. Standing 5'10" and weighing 215 pounds, France defies the modern power-hitter mold with elite bat-to-ball skills and line-drive contact. A 2022 American League All-Star and 2025 Gold Glove winner, he has quietly built one of the more improbable careers in recent MLB history after being drafted 1,017th overall in 2015.

France grew up in Downey, California, and attended South Hills High School in West Covina before playing college baseball at San Diego State University. Under legendary coach Tony Gwynn, he earned Freshman All-American honors in 2013 and set a Mountain West Conference Tournament record with 16 hits. The Padres selected him in the 34th round of the 2015 draft, and he made his MLB debut on April 26, 2019.

In August 2020, France was traded to the Seattle Mariners in a blockbuster deal centered around catcher Austin Nola. He quickly became a cornerstone of Seattle's lineup, hitting .291 with 18 home runs and 73 RBI in his breakout 2021 campaign. His best offensive season came in 2022 when he slugged 20 home runs and earned an All-Star selection as an injury replacement for Mike Trout.

France became infamous for getting hit by pitches at a historic rate. He led MLB with 34 HBP in 2023 and holds the Mariners franchise record for career hit-by-pitches, surpassing Hall of Famer Edgar Martinez. A wrist bone bruise in 2023 and a heel hairline fracture in 2024, both caused by HBP, disrupted his performance and led to a DFA by Seattle in July 2024.

After stints with the Cincinnati Reds and Minnesota Twins, France won a surprise Gold Glove at first base in 2025 while splitting time between the Twins and Toronto Blue Jays. In 2026, he returned to the Padres organization on a minor-league deal, completing a full-circle journey back to the franchise that originally drafted him over a decade earlier.

Career Timeline

2013 Named Baseball America Freshman All-American and MW Tournament MVP at San Diego State

2015 Drafted by San Diego Padres in the 34th round, 1,017th overall pick

2019 Made MLB debut with the San Diego Padres on April 26

2020 Traded to Seattle Mariners in the Austin Nola blockbuster deal on August 30

2021 Breakout season with Seattle: .291 AVG, 18 HR, 73 RBI in 152 games

2022 Named AL All-Star as injury replacement for Mike Trout; hit 20 HR with 83 RBI

2023 Led all of MLB with 34 hit-by-pitches; set Mariners franchise HBP record surpassing Edgar Martinez

2024 Suffered heel hairline fracture from HBP; DFA'd by Mariners in July; traded to Cincinnati Reds

2025 Won AL Gold Glove Award at first base; traded from Minnesota Twins to Toronto Blue Jays at deadline

2026 Returned to San Diego Padres on minor-league deal; made Opening Day roster as utility infielder

Personal Life

Ty France was born and raised in Downey, California, to parents Larry and Diane France. He has a younger sister named Tawny. He attended South Hills High School in nearby West Covina before enrolling at San Diego State University, where he played under Hall of Fame coach Tony Gwynn. Gwynn passed away in June 2014, during France's sophomore year, leaving a lasting impact on his approach to hitting and the game.

France married Magdalena "Maggie" France in January 2022. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Luka Tyler France, on April 6, 2024. Ty was briefly placed on the MLB paternity list and returned sleep-deprived but delivered a strong performance for the Mariners almost immediately. He has spoken publicly about how fatherhood shifted his perspective on the daily grind of a 162-game season.

Off the field, France has described his 2026 return to San Diego as fulfilling unfinished business with the organization that gave him his start. Despite earning over $14 million in career MLB salary, he signed a modest minor-league deal to compete for a roster spot, reflecting his grinder mentality and desire to keep playing at the highest level.

Tyler — Quick Facts

Ty France was drafted 1,017th overall in 2015, making him one of the latest-round picks to become an MLB All-Star in recent history.
He played college baseball under Tony Gwynn at San Diego State. Gwynn, a 15-time All-Star known as Mr. Padre, passed away during France's sophomore year.
France holds the Seattle Mariners franchise record for career hit-by-pitches with 90, surpassing Hall of Famer Edgar Martinez's record of 89.
The Mariners celebrated his HBP franchise record with a viral social media graphic showing him covered in cartoon bruises and welts.
In 2023, France was hit by 34 pitches, the most in all of Major League Baseball that season.
During a 2024 game against Kansas City, France suffered a heel hairline fracture from an HBP but still played through the rest of the game, recording two doubles and reaching base four times before going on the injured list.
His son Luka Tyler France was born on April 6, 2024, the same week he was placed on the MLB paternity list.
France was specifically targeted by the Mariners in the 2020 Austin Nola trade because Seattle's analytics department considered him an undervalued hitter.
He set a Mountain West Conference Tournament record with 16 hits during his freshman season at San Diego State in 2013.
In 2026, France returned to the Padres on a minor-league deal, completing an 11-year journey back to the franchise that originally drafted him.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Ty France?

Ty France was born on July 13, 1994, making him 31 years old as of 2026. He will turn 32 in July 2026.

How tall is Ty France?

Ty France stands 5'10" (178 cm) and weighs 215 lbs (98 kg). He is undersized compared to most MLB first basemen but compensates with excellent bat control and contact skills.

Where is Ty France from?

Ty France was born in Downey, California, and grew up in the greater Los Angeles area. He attended South Hills High School in West Covina before playing college baseball at San Diego State University.

What is Ty France's net worth?

Ty France's net worth is estimated at around $5 million. He has earned over $14 million in career MLB salary across his time with the Padres, Mariners, Reds, Twins, and Blue Jays.

Is Ty France married?

Yes, Ty France married Magdalena "Maggie" France in January 2022. They have a son named Luka Tyler France, born on April 6, 2024.

What team does Ty France play for?

As of 2026, Ty France plays for the San Diego Padres, the same organization that originally drafted him in 2015. He signed a minor-league deal before the 2026 season and earned a spot on the Opening Day roster.

What position does Ty France play?

Ty France primarily plays first base but is capable of playing second base and third base as well. He won the 2025 AL Gold Glove Award at first base.

Why does Ty France get hit by so many pitches?

Ty France led MLB with 34 HBP in 2023 and holds the Mariners franchise record with 90 career hit-by-pitches. His compact batting stance and willingness to crowd the plate make him a frequent target, and he has suffered multiple injuries from being hit, including a wrist bone bruise and a heel hairline fracture.

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