Biography
Joseph Taylor Ward (born December 14, 1993) is a professional baseball player from Central Florida, United States. Although born in Florida, he attended Shadow Hills High School in Indio, California, where he honed his skills in the sport.
After graduating from high school, he played college baseball for Fresno State for three years, which certainly set him on the path to greatness. His talent on the field led to him being selected in the first round of the 2015 MLB draft.
Taylor Ward initially started his career as a catcher but quickly moved to third base. However, he didn’t stop there and continued to show his versatility by playing primarily as an outfielder in 2019.
In 2022, Taylor Ward made his mark as he led Angels hitters with a .281 batting average, an impressive .360 on-base percentage, and 23 home runs. This breakout season proved to be a turning point for the talented athlete and cemented his place in baseball history.
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| Full name: | Joseph Taylor Ward |
| Stage name: | Taylor Ward |
| Born: | December 14, 1993 (age 30) |
| Place of birth: | Dayton, Ohio, United States |
| Education: | California State University |
| Nationality: | American |
| Height: | 1.85 minutes |
| Parents: | Joe Ward, Samantha Ward |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Couple: | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Third baseman |
| Net worth: | 8 million dollars |
Early life and education
Taylor Ward’s story begins in Dayton, Ohio, where he was born to proud parents, Joe Ward and Samantha Ward, on December 14, 1993. However, his family’s stay in Dayton was short-lived – they hit the road and eventually settled in the beautiful city of Oviedo, Florida, in 2008.
The following year, they moved again, this time to Southern California’s Coachella Valley, and it was there that Taylor Ward found his true calling in baseball. While attending Shadow Hills High School, he became a standout player, earning De Anza Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, and CIF Southern Section First Team honors.
Taylor Ward’s hard work and dedication to the game earned him an athletic scholarship to California State University, Fresno, making him the first student in Shadow Hills history to receive such an honor. Although he could have pursued a career with the Tampa Bay Rays after being selected in the 2012 MLB draft, he continued to learn and develop his skills at Fresno State.
It was a wise decision, leading to Taylor Ward being selected in the first round of the 2015 MLB draft. Originally a catcher, his versatility on the field saw him move to third base before settling into the outfield in 2019. However, it was in the 2022 season that he really shined, leading Angels hitters with an impressive .281 batting average, .360 on-base percentage, and 23 home runs.
Personal life
The exact details of Taylor Ward’s relationship status remain a mystery, leaving his fans and followers curious and speculating. The enigmatic baseball player has yet to confirm or deny anything despite the numerous rumors.
One can’t help but wonder what the future holds for Taylor Ward’s love life, as the truth may elude us for a long time. However, we’re still looking forward to any developments or hints that may arise.
Career
Taylor Ward’s baseball journey has been one of challenges and triumphs. He began his college baseball career with the Fresno State Bulldogs and struggled in his first year with a .196 batting average. However, he spent the summer in Alaska playing for the Anchorage Bucs and improved his game, posting a .206 average with three RBIs.
His sophomore year saw significant improvement, earning him two Mountain West Conference Player of the Week honors and a second-team All-Mountain West nomination as a catcher. He played for the Orleans Firebirds in the Cape Cod Baseball League over the summer. By his junior year, Taylor Ward had become a key player for the Bulldogs, hitting .304 with seven home runs and 42 runs batted in, leading the team in those categories and becoming one of the finalists for the Johnny Bench Award.
After his 2015 college baseball season, Taylor Ward was selected by the Los Angeles Angels in the first round of the MLB draft as the 26th overall pick and signed for a $1,670,000 bonus. He made his professional debut with the Orem Owlz of the Pioneer League before playing in the Midwest League, California League, Southern League, and Pacific Coast League, where he was named an All-Star in each of those leagues. In 2018, he moved from catcher to third baseman, earning Angels Organizational All-Star honors for the third consecutive year.
Taylor Ward made his major league debut in 2018 when he was called up by the Angels and hit an RBI double in his first plate appearance, going 2-for-3 with an RBI and a walk. He hit his first home run a few days later and finished the season with a .178 batting average, six home runs and 15 RBIs in 40 games.
In 2021, Taylor Ward joined the Angels as a right fielder and hit his first career grand slam in a 7–5 win over the Detroit Tigers. However, he was later placed on the injured list with a right adductor strain. The following season, he suffered an injury during spring training but returned, being named the American League Player of the Week in early May. After suffering a hamstring injury in June, he returned to the Angels’ lineup and hit a two-run home run in August.
Net worth
Taylor Ward is estimated to have a net worth of around $8 million, accumulated from his success on the pitch and various sponsorship deals.
Social media
- Instagram Name: @Taylorward.7
- Twitter Username: @Warrdyboy7
