Abraham Josue Toro is a Canadian professional baseball infielder currently in the Kansas City Royals organization. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Houston Astros, Seattle Mariners, Milwaukee Brewers, Oakland Athletics, and Boston Red Sox. Selected by the Astros in the fifth round of the 2016 MLB draft, Toro made his MLB debut for Houston in 2019. The switch-hitting infielder has established himself as a versatile defender at first base, third base, and second base across six MLB organizations. He represented Canada at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, where he played in all four of Canada’s games and contributed offensively in their victory over Great Britain.
Abraham Josue Toro Bio
Born December 20, 1996, in Canada, Abraham Josue Toro grew up in a baseball family with strong Venezuelan roots. His parents, Douglas and Natalie Toro, immigrated from Venezuela, and Toro grew up speaking fluent English, Spanish, and French. His multicultural background has helped him connect with teammates and coaches throughout his professional career. As a child, Toro served as the bat boy for his older brother Douglas’s junior team, the Ducs de Longueuil, sparking his passion for the sport at an early age.
Early Life and Background
Toro attended Polyvalente Édouard-Montpetit High School in Montreal before moving on to Vanier College, also in Montreal. He then attended Seminole State College in Seminole, Oklahoma, to play college baseball, following the same developmental path as fellow French-Canadian baseball player Éric Gagné. In 2016, his only season at Seminole State College, Toro proved to be an exceptional hitter, batting .439 with 20 home runs and 86 RBIs over 55 games. His outstanding performance caught the attention of MLB scouts and led to his selection in the 2016 MLB draft.
Path to Professional Baseball
Both Toro brothers attended the Académie de Baseball du Canada, where Abraham developed his switch-hitting ability. This skill set him apart from many players and contributed to his value as a versatile infielder. As a child, Toro and his father enjoyed watching Venezuelan shortstop Omar Vizquel, drawing inspiration from the future Hall of Famer’s defensive excellence and offensive craft. His older brother Douglas played professional baseball, including for the Québec Capitales of the Can-Am League, further establishing the family’s baseball legacy in Canada.
Abraham Josue Toro Career
Houston Astros (2019–2021)
Toro was drafted by the Houston Astros in the fifth round of the 2016 MLB draft and signed with a $250,000 signing bonus. He made his professional debut with the Greeneville Astros in the Appalachian League, batting .254 with 19 RBIs in 44 games. He spent 2017 with the Tri-City ValleyCats and was promoted to the Quad Cities River Bandits in late July, combining to hit .246 with 15 home runs and 33 RBIs in 69 games. In 2018, he earned Carolina League All-Star honors with the Buies Creek Astros before earning a promotion to the Corpus Christi Hooks in July.
After the 2018 season, Toro played in the Arizona Fall League, a prestigious developmental league for top prospects. He returned to Corpus Christi to begin 2019, where he earned Texas League All-Star honors while slashing .306/.393/.513 with 16 home runs and 70 RBIs over 98 games. His performance earned a promotion to the Triple-A Round Rock Express, where he hit .424/.506/.606 with one home run and 10 RBIs in 16 games.
Seattle Mariners (2021–2022)
On July 27, 2021, the Astros traded Toro and relief pitcher Joe Smith to the Seattle Mariners for relievers Rafael Montero and Kendall Graveman. In a remarkable twist, Toro was informed of the trade while taking batting practice for Houston during a series between the two teams. He quickly put on his new Seattle uniform and entered the game as a pinch hitter in the ninth inning, hitting a two-run home run against Ryan Pressly. This made him the first player in MLB history to homer for a team and against the same team in consecutive games. He continued his torrid stretch by homering for the fourth straight game the following day.
On August 31, 2021, Toro hit his first career grand slam, a 413-foot homer against Graveman in a scoreless game. The blast accounted for all the runs in a Mariners victory and helped keep Seattle’s playoff hopes alive. He finished the 2021 season with career highs in batting average (.239), home runs (11), and RBIs (46). In 2022, Toro served as a utility player but suffered a left shoulder sprain on May 21 following a collision with right fielder Adam Frazier. He was sent to the minor leagues on August 6 to make room for Mitch Haniger’s return but was recalled on August 30. One day later, he hit a go-ahead home run against the Detroit Tigers that put the Mariners a season-high 14 games over .500.
Milwaukee Brewers (2023)
On December 2, 2022, the Mariners traded Toro and Jesse Winker to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for Kolten Wong. Toro agreed to a one-year, $1.25 million contract with the Brewers for the 2023 season. He began the year with the Triple-A Nashville Sounds and was called up to Milwaukee on May 30. His first hit for the Brewers was a two-run homer in a victory against the Toronto Blue Jays, marking his third home run in seven games played in his home country of Canada. In a brief 21 plate appearances over nine games with the Brewers, Toro hit .444/.524/.778, one of the most productive stretches of his career.
Oakland Athletics (2024)
On November 15, 2023, the Brewers traded Toro to the Oakland Athletics in exchange for Chad Patrick. The Athletics signed him to a one-year, $1.275 million contract. He played in 94 games for Oakland in 2024, slashing .240/.293/.350 with six home runs, 26 RBIs, and four stolen bases. His offensive production declined in the second half of the season, and he was designated for assignment on August 27 before being sent outright to the Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators. He elected free agency on October 15.
Boston Red Sox (2025)
On January 28, 2025, Toro signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox and was assigned to the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox. On May 3, after starting first baseman Triston Casas sustained a knee injury, Toro’s contract was selected and he was added to Boston’s active roster. He provided stability at first base during Casas’s absence while also seeing time at third base following an injury to Alex Bregman. Through May and June, Toro hit .286 with five home runs and 16 RBIs in 42 games. He cooled off afterwards, hitting .185 with two home runs and 11 RBIs in 35 games. Toro was designated for assignment on August 21 and cleared waivers, being sent outright to Triple-A Worcester on August 23. He elected free agency on October 10.
Kansas City Royals (2025–Present)
On December 19, 2025, Toro signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals. He joined an organization looking for versatile infield depth and an opportunity to compete for a roster spot during spring training. Toro brings switch-hitting ability and experience at all three corner infield positions to his new organization.
Driving Style and Strengths
As a switch-hitting infielder, Toro offers lineup flexibility that many teams value. He has played substantial games at first base, third base, and second base throughout his career. His ability to hit from both sides of the plate provides managers with strategic options when constructing batting orders against left-handed and right-handed pitchers. His experience in various clubhouse environments across six MLB organizations demonstrates his adaptability and professionalism.
Notable Events and Milestones
Toro’s most memorable moment came on September 1, 2019, when he hit a two-out, two-run home run in the top of the ninth inning in Toronto, Canada, breaking a scoreless tie. In the bottom of the inning, he fielded the final out of the game to complete Justin Verlander’s third career no-hitter. He also made MLB history on July 27, 2021, by becoming the first player to homer for a team and against the same team in consecutive games. His first career grand slam on August 31, 2021, proved decisive in a playoff-push victory for the Mariners.
Abraham Josue Toro Career Statistics
Through the 2025 MLB season, Toro has accumulated 41 career home runs, 161 RBIs, and a .223 batting average across 414 games played. He has represented Canada internationally at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, where he went 5-for-15 with three RBIs in four games. His versatility has allowed him to contribute across multiple organizations and positions throughout his professional career.
| Competition | Games | Batting Average | Home Runs | RBIs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLB Career (through 2025) | 414 | .223 | 41 | 161 |
| 2023 World Baseball Classic (Canada) | 4 | .333 | 0 | 3 |
Abraham Josue Toro Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Toro was born in Canada to Venezuelan parents Douglas and Natalie Toro. His multicultural upbringing included fluency in English, Spanish, and French, reflecting his Canadian birth and Venezuelan heritage. His father Abraham shared a love of baseball, and together they followed the career of Venezuelan shortstop Omar Vizquel, drawing inspiration from the future Hall of Famer’s game.
Personal Life
Toro’s older brother Douglas played professional baseball, including for the Québec Capitales of the Can-Am League. Both brothers attended the Académie de Baseball du Canada, where Abraham developed his switch-hitting ability. As a child, Abraham served as the bat boy for Douglas’s junior team, the Ducs de Longueuil, giving him early exposure to competitive baseball. The Toro family has established a notable baseball legacy in Canada, with both brothers pursuing professional careers in the sport.
2025 Season Performance
The 2025 season marked Toro’s sixth different organization in seven MLB seasons. He began the year with the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox before receiving a mid-season call-up to Boston following Triston Casas’s injury. He provided valuable stability at first base during a challenging stretch for the Red Sox. His early-season production was encouraging, as he hit .286 with five home runs and 16 RBIs through his first 42 games while also contributing at third base during Alex Bregman’s absence. However, his offensive production declined in the second half of the season. Toro was designated for assignment in late August and cleared waivers, finishing the year in the minor leagues. He elected free agency in October before signing with Kansas City in December, giving him a fresh opportunity with a new organization heading into 2026.