Jacob Webb

Jacob Webb
Texas Rangers
Pitcher
Born: (1993-08-15) August 15, 1993 (age 31)
Riverside, California, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
MLB debut
April 16, 2019, for the Atlanta Braves
MLB statistics
(through 2024 season)
Win–loss record12–10
Earned run average2.98
Strikeouts186
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Teams
Career highlights and awards

Jacob Lawrence Webb[a] (born August 15, 1993) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Texas Rangers of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Angels, and Baltimore Orioles. He played college baseball at Tabor College and was selected by the Braves in the 18th round of the 2014 MLB draft.

Career

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Webb attended Riverside Polytechnic High School in Riverside, California, and played college baseball at Tabor College in Kansas. He was selected by the Atlanta Braves in the 18th round of the 2014 MLB draft.[2]

Atlanta Braves

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Webb made his professional debut in 2014 with the Rookie-level Gulf Coast Braves, going 2–1 with a 2.14 earned run average (ERA) in 33+2⁄3 innings pitched.[3] He missed the 2015 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery.[4] In 2016, he played for the Rookie Advanced Danville Braves and the Single–A Rome Braves, registering a 4.85 ERA in 12+1⁄3 innings with no decisions.

Webb split the 2017 season between the High–A Florida Fire Frogs and the Double-A Mississippi Braves, accumulating a 5–2 record with a 2.07 ERA in 65 innings. He split his 2018 season between Mississippi and the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers, going 3–4 with a 3.15 ERA in 53 innings.[3] The Braves added Webb to their 40-man roster after the 2018 season.[5] During the 2018 offseason, he played for the Estrellas de Oriente of the Dominican Winter League.[6]

Webb opened the 2019 season with the Triple–A Gwinnett Stripers.[3] On April 14, he was added to the major-league roster for the first time.[7][8] He made his major league debut on April 16, recording one-third of an inning pitched via a strikeout of Ketel Marte.[9][10] Webb earned his first win and save in a series against the Colorado Rockies.[11][12] Webb's season ended in August after suffering an elbow impingement.[13] He posted a 4–0 record with a 1.39 ERA over 32+1⁄3 innings in 2019 for the Braves.[13]

In 2020 he had a 0.00 ERA with no decisions in eight relief appearances over 10 innings.[14] On May 17, 2021, Webb accidentally struck New York Mets outfielder Kevin Pillar in the face with a 94 mph (151 km/h) fastball during the seventh inning, which resulted in Pillar suffering several nasal fractures.[15][16] For 2021, Webb was 5–4 with a 4.19 ERA in 34 relief appearances over 34+1⁄3 innings.[14] The Braves finished with an 88–73 record, clinching the National League East division, and went on to win the 2021 World Series, giving the Braves their first title since 1995.[17]

Webb began the 2022 season in spring training,[18] and was sent to Triple A Gwinnett in March.[19] On April 12, 2022, he was designated for assignment by the Braves.[20] Seven days later, he was claimed by the Arizona Diamondbacks.[21]

Arizona Diamondbacks

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On April 19, 2022, Webb was claimed off waivers by the Arizona Diamondbacks.[22] Webb did not make an appearance with the Diamondbacks, spending his entire tenure with Arizona's Triple-A affiliate, the Reno Aces. With Reno, Webb made six relief appearances posting a 10.13 ERA.[23] On June 5, he was designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks.[24]

Atlanta Braves (second stint)

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On June 7, 2022, Webb was traded to the Atlanta Braves for cash considerations.[25] The Braves designated Webb for assignment on June 16,[26] and sent him to the Gwinnett Stripers on June 19.[27] He elected free agency on November 10, 2022.

Los Angeles Angels

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On November 24, 2022, Webb signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Angels.[28] He was assigned to the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees to begin the 2023 season, where he made 16 appearances and struggled to a 6.75 ERA with 21 strikeouts in 17.1 innings pitched. On May 21, Webb's contract was selected to the major league roster.[29] Two days later, he made his first pitching appearance since 2021, throwing a scoreless inning against the Boston Red Sox. In 29 games for the Angels, he registered a 3.98 ERA with 34 strikeouts and 1 save in 31+2⁄3 innings pitched. On August 5, Webb was designated for assignment following the promotion of Kenny Rosenberg.[30]

Baltimore Orioles

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On August 7, 2023, Webb was claimed off waivers by the Baltimore Orioles.[31] In 25 appearances down the stretch, he recorded a 3.27 ERA with 23 strikeouts over 22 innings of work.

Webb made 60 relief outings for Baltimore in 2024, compiling a 2–5 record and 3.02 ERA with 58 strikeouts across 56+2⁄3 innings pitched. On November 22, 2024, the Orioles non–tendered Webb, making him a free agent.[32]

Texas Rangers

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On December 11, 2024, Webb signed a one–year, $1.25 million contract with the Texas Rangers.[33]

Notes

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  1. ^ Not to be confused with Jacob Ryan Webb (born 1999) in the Boston Red Sox organization.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Jacob Webb Stats, Fantasy & News". MiLB.com. Retrieved October 15, 2022.
  2. ^ Janae Rempel (June 17, 2014). "Ticket to the Majors". Hillsboro Free Press. Retrieved December 14, 2018.
  3. ^ a b c "Jacob Webb". The Baseball Cube. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
  4. ^ Sam Dykstra (November 30, 2018). "Toolshed: Webb slings onto Braves' 40-man". MiLB.com. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
  5. ^ Mark Bowman (November 20, 2018). "Braves add 4 prospects to 40-man roster". MLB.com. Retrieved December 14, 2018.
  6. ^ "2018-19 Estrellas de Oriente". Baseball-Reference.com. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
  7. ^ Sean Rodney (April 15, 2019). "Ex-Mavericks pitcher Webb called up to big leagues with Atlanta". Medicine Hat News. Retrieved April 30, 2019.
  8. ^ "Transactions for April 15". Racine Journal Times. April 15, 2019. Retrieved April 30, 2019.
  9. ^ "Arizona Diamondbacks at Atlanta Braves Box Score, April 16, 2019". Baseball-Reference.com. Retrieved April 16, 2019.
  10. ^ "5 notable stats from Braves' comeback win". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. April 28, 2019. Retrieved April 30, 2019.
  11. ^ "Donaldson hits 3-run HR in 8th as Braves rally past Rockies". ESPN.com. Associated Press. April 28, 2019. Retrieved April 30, 2019.
  12. ^ "Albies' HR backs Soroka's strong start, Braves beat Padres". ESPN.com. Associated Press. April 29, 2019. Retrieved April 30, 2019.
  13. ^ a b The AP (August 20, 2019). "Braves reliever Jacob Webb done for season with elbow injury". USA Today. Retrieved October 19, 2019.
  14. ^ a b "Jacob Webb Stats". Baseball-Reference.com.
  15. ^ Mather, Victor (May 18, 2021). "Mets' Pillar Has Multiple Fractures After Fastball to Face". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved May 18, 2021.
  16. ^ Mets' Kevin Pillar hit in face by 94 mph fastball that got away from Braves pitcher Jacob Webb, May 18, 2021, retrieved May 18, 2021
  17. ^ "Atlanta Braves win 2021 World Series". MLB. Retrieved November 2, 2021.
  18. ^ Burns, Gabriel (February 20, 2022). "Jacob Webb is healthy and ready to pick up where he left off". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved April 19, 2022.
  19. ^ Bowman, Mark (March 24, 2022). "Roster taking shape; Wright, Webb optioned". MLB.com. Retrieved April 19, 2022.
  20. ^ Toscano, Justin (April 12, 2022). "Braves shuffle roster following short starts". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved April 19, 2022.
  21. ^ Toscano, Justin (April 19, 2022). "Braves designate Sean Newcomb for assignment, option Huascar Ynoa". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved April 19, 2022.
  22. ^ "Diamondbacks Claim Jacob Webb, Designate Stuart Fairchild". April 19, 2022.
  23. ^ "Injuries & Moves: Webb reacquired; McHugh on IL". MLB.com. Retrieved June 7, 2022.
  24. ^ "Diamondbacks' Jacob Webb: Designated for assignment". CBSSports.com. June 5, 2022. Retrieved June 7, 2022.
  25. ^ "Reliever Jacob Webb returns to Atlanta Braves in deal with Arizona Diamondbacks". ESPN.com. June 7, 2022. Retrieved June 7, 2022. Alternate URLs 1 2
  26. ^ "Thursday's Transactions". Meadville Tribune. Associated Press. June 16, 2022. Retrieved June 20, 2022.[permanent dead link‍] Alternate URLs 1[permanent dead link‍] 2[permanent dead link‍]
  27. ^ Toscano, Justin (June 19, 2022). "Braves outfielder Michael Harris has fun collecting headbands". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved June 20, 2022.
  28. ^ "Angels Sign Jacob Webb To Minors Contract". November 24, 2022.
  29. ^ "Angels activate Aaron Loup off IL as part of bullpen moves". ESPN.com. Associated Press. May 21, 2023. Retrieved May 23, 2023.
  30. ^ "Angels' Jacob Webb: Removed from 40-man roster". cbssports.com. Retrieved August 5, 2023.
  31. ^ "Orioles' Jacob Webb: Lands in Baltimore". cbssports.com. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
  32. ^ "O's to non-tender Webb, settle with Rivera". mlb.com. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
  33. ^ "Texas Rangers agree to one-year deal with relief pitcher Jacob Webb". dallasnews.com. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
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