History of Logan Webb in Timeline

Logan Tyler Webb is a professional baseball pitcher for the San Francisco Giants in MLB. Drafted out of high school by the Giants in the fourth round of the 2014 MLB draft, he debuted in the major leagues in 2019. He continues to play for the San Francisco Giants.

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1969: Comparison to Gaylord Perry

In 2024, Webb became the first Giants pitcher since Gaylord Perry in 1969 and 1970 to lead the National League in total innings pitched in consecutive seasons.

1970: Comparison to Gaylord Perry

In 2024, Webb became the first Giants pitcher since Gaylord Perry in 1969 and 1970 to lead the National League in total innings pitched in consecutive seasons.

November 18, 1996: Logan Webb Born

On November 18, 1996, Logan Tyler Webb was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.

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2009: Comparison to Tim Lincecum

Logan Webb became the first Giants pitcher to finish in the top three since Tim Lincecum won the award in 2009.

2010: Comparison to Tim Lincecum

In Game 1, Webb became the third pitcher in franchise history to pitch 7+2⁄3 innings, allow no runs, and strike out at least 10 batters in a postseason game (joining Tim Lincecum (2010) and Madison Bumgarner (2014)).

2014: Drafted by the Giants

In 2014, Logan Webb was selected by the San Francisco Giants in the fourth round of the Major League Baseball draft and signed for a bonus of $600,000. He then made his professional debut with the Arizona League Giants.

2014: Comparison to Madison Bumgarner

In Game 1, Webb became the third pitcher in franchise history to pitch 7+2⁄3 innings, allow no runs, and strike out at least 10 batters in a postseason game (joining Madison Bumgarner (2014) and Tim Lincecum (2010)).

2015: Played with Salem-Keizer Volcanoes

In 2015, Logan Webb played with the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes, compiling a 3–6 record with a 4.92 ERA in 14 starts.

2016: Played with Augusta GreenJackets and Underwent Surgery

In 2016, Logan Webb played with the Augusta GreenJackets where he went 2–3 with a 6.21 ERA in nine starts. He also underwent Tommy John surgery in 2016.

2016: Comparison to Madison Bumgarner and Johnny Cueto

In 2022, Logan Webb was the first Giants pitcher to win 15 or more games in a regular season since Madison Bumgarner and Johnny Cueto both accomplished the feat in 2016.

2017: Returned to Salem-Keizer

In 2017, Logan Webb returned to Salem-Keizer and pitched to a 2–0 record with a 2.89 ERA in 28 relief innings.

2018: Played for San Jose Giants and Richmond Flying Squirrels

In 2018, Logan Webb pitched for the San Jose Giants and Richmond Flying Squirrels, posting a combined 2–5 record with a 2.41 ERA in 27 games. He was also named a CAL mid-season All Star.

May 1, 2019: Suspended for Testing Positive

On May 1, 2019, Logan Webb was suspended for 80 games after testing positive for dehydrochlormethyltestosterone. He maintained his innocence and expressed confusion, researching supplements and products, but couldn't find the source of the substance. He apologized for the negative attention to his family, friends, teammates, and the San Francisco Giants.

August 17, 2019: Promoted to Major Leagues

On August 17, 2019, Logan Webb was promoted to the major leagues by the Giants and made his debut that night against the Arizona Diamondbacks, allowing one run and striking out seven in five innings.

2020: Pandemic-Shortened Season

During the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Logan Webb had a 3–4 record with a 5.47 ERA and 46 strikeouts. He also tied for the NL lead in hit by pitch with 7.

December 5, 2021: Marriage and Vision Impairment

On December 5, 2021, Logan Webb married Sharidan Morales in Roseville, California. He is considered legally blind and was diagnosed with severe astigmatism in third or fourth grade.

2021: Regular Season Performance

During the 2021 regular season, Logan Webb had an 11–3 record with a 3.03 ERA and 158 strikeouts in 148+1⁄3 innings. His salary was $583,000.

2021: Pitching Style and Arsenal

Logan Webb throws a cutter, which he ditched after 2021. He added it back to his arsenal in 2025 after struggling with pitching to left handed batters.

December 1, 2022: Named to US National Baseball Team

On December 1, 2022, Logan Webb was announced as a member of the United States national baseball team for the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

2022: Last Home Run Hit by Pitcher

In 2021, Logan Webb was the starting pitcher in the last game of the season and hit his first career home run in an 11–4 victory. This was the last home run hit by a pitcher before the full-time adoption of the designated hitter by the National League in 2022.

2022: Giants Opening-Day Starter

In 2022, Logan Webb was the Giants' opening-day starter. He finished the season with a 15–9 record and a 2.90 ERA. He ranked 5th among National League pitchers in wins, 7th in ERA and innings pitched, second in home runs per 9 innings, and 9th in wins above replacement. Webb was the first Giants pitcher to win 15 or more games in a regular season since Madison Bumgarner and Johnny Cueto both accomplished the feat in 2016. He finished in 11th place in National League Cy Young Award voting.

January 13, 2023: Agreed to One-Year Contract

On January 13, 2023, Logan Webb agreed to a one-year, $4.6 million contract with the Giants for the 2023 season, avoiding salary arbitration.

February 2023: Opted Out of World Baseball Classic

In February 2023, Logan Webb did not appear on the announced Team USA WBC roster. He had declined to answer WBC-related questions at a Giants fan event on February 4 and cited a desire to play with the Giants for the duration of their spring training camp as his motivation to opt out.

March 30, 2023: Second Consecutive Opening-Day Start

On March 30, 2023, Logan Webb made his second consecutive opening-day start for the Giants and recorded a career-high 12 strikeouts, breaking Madison Bumgarner's franchise record.

April 14, 2023: Signed Contract Extension

On April 14, 2023, Logan Webb agreed to a five-year, $90 million contract extension with the Giants.

July 9, 2023: Pitched First Complete Game and Shutout

On July 9, 2023, facing the Colorado Rockies, Logan Webb pitched his first major-league complete game and first shutout, striking out 10 batters.

2023: NL Cy Young Award Finalist

In 2023, Logan Webb was named an NL Cy Young Award finalist and finished second in the voting to Blake Snell. He also received an 8th-place vote for NL MVP, finishing in 17th place in MVP voting.

2023: Finished Season with Notable Stats

Logan Webb finished the 2023 season with a 3.25 ERA, 194 strikeouts, and an 11–13 record in 33 starts. He led both major leagues with 216.0 innings pitched, and his ERA ranked 4th among NL pitchers.

2023: Named to US National Baseball Team

On December 1, 2022, Logan Webb was announced as a member of the United States national baseball team for the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

2024: Selected to MLB All-Star Game

In 2024, Logan Webb was selected to the MLB All-Star Game for the National League. At the time of his selection, he had a 3.09 ERA and a National League-leading 1191⁄3 innings pitched.

2024: Led National League in Innings Pitched

Logan Webb concluded the 2024 MLB season with a National League-leading 2042⁄3 innings pitched.

2025: Pitching Style and Arsenal

Logan Webb throws a cutter, which he ditched after 2021. He added it back to his arsenal in 2025 after struggling with pitching to left handed batters.