🔥 Trending Who is Yohel Pozo? Orioles Player Profile

Yohel Enrique Pozo is a Venezuelan professional baseball catcher currently playing for the Baltimore Orioles in Major League Baseball (MLB) ¹. He is known for his offensive capabilities and has previously played for the Texas Rangers and St. Louis Cardinals ¹³.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Born on June 14, 1997, in Maracaibo, Venezuela, Pozo followed in his father's footsteps, as his father, also named Yohel, was a minor leaguer in the Rockies and Cubs systems from 1992-1996 ¹².

MLB Career Highlights

Texas Rangers (2021)

Pozo made his MLB debut on August 13, 2021 ⁴. During his time with the Texas Rangers, he showcased his hitting ability, as highlighted in a 2021 year-in-review article ⁶.

St. Louis Cardinals (2022)

In 2022, Pozo became a fan favorite with the St. Louis Cardinals, where he delivered a memorable pinch-hit walk-off single, scoring Nathan Church and securing a victory for the team ⁷. This moment cemented his place in the hearts of Cardinals fans, though his tenure with the team eventually ended when he was designated for assignment ⁸.

Baltimore Orioles (Current)

As of 2026, Yohel Pozo is an active player with the Baltimore Orioles ²⁴. He has accumulated 9 hits this season and 67 hits over his career across his time with the Orioles, Cardinals, and Rangers ³. He plays as a catcher (9 games) and occasionally at first base (1 game) for the Orioles in 2026 ⁴. He was also a teammate of former Cardinal Stephen Piscotty while with Las Vegas (AAA) in 2024 ².