John Thomas Ginn is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Athletics. He began his MLB career in 2024.
May 20, 1999: John Thomas Ginn Born
On May 20, 1999, John Thomas Ginn was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.
2017: High School Achievements
In 2017, as a junior at Brandon High School, Ginn batted .482 with 16 home runs. He also pitched in the 2017 Under Armour All-America Baseball Game at Wrigley Field.
July 5, 2018: Dodgers Draft and College Commitment
On July 5, 2018, after being selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers with the 30th overall pick of the 2018 MLB draft, Ginn announced that he would honor his commitment to Mississippi State.
2019: Freshman Year at Mississippi State
In 2019, during his freshman year at Mississippi State, Ginn had an 8-4 record with a 3.36 ERA and 103 strikeouts. He was named the 2019 Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Year.
March 2020: Tommy John Surgery
In March 2020, Ginn underwent Tommy John surgery.
June 30, 2020: Signed with the Mets
On June 30, 2020, Ginn signed with the New York Mets for a $2.9 million bonus after being selected with the 52nd overall pick in the 2020 MLB draft.
June 2021: Professional Debut
In June 2021, Ginn returned to play and made his professional debut with the St. Lucie Mets of the Low-A Southeast.
March 12, 2022: Traded to the Athletics
On March 12, 2022, the Mets traded Ginn and Adam Oller to the Oakland Athletics in exchange for Chris Bassitt.
2023: Performance in the Minor Leagues
In 2023, Ginn played for Midland and the Arizona Complex League Athletics, struggling to a 7.43 ERA with 17 strikeouts.
August 20, 2024: MLB Promotion
On August 20, 2024, Ginn was selected to the 40-man roster and promoted to the major leagues for the first time by the Oakland Athletics.
2024: MLB Debut
In 2024, Ginn made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.
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