Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Luke Weaver

How Luke Weaver built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Luke Weaver is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the New York Yankees in MLB. Prior to joining the Yankees, Weaver played for several other MLB teams including the St. Louis Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, Kansas City Royals, Cincinnati Reds, and Seattle Mariners. His career encompasses pitching roles across multiple teams within Major League Baseball.

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2011: Drafted by Toronto Blue Jays

In 2011, Luke Weaver was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 19th round of the MLB draft, but he did not sign, choosing to go to college instead.

2012: Plays in Cape Cod Baseball League

After the 2012 season, Luke Weaver played collegiate summer baseball with the Brewster Whitecaps of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

2013: Sophomore Season

In 2013, as a sophomore, Luke Weaver had a 7–2 win–loss record with a 2.29 ERA in 17 games for Florida State Seminoles.

2014: Professional Debut

In 2014, Luke Weaver was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals and signed with them on June 16, making his professional debut for the GCL Cardinals. He was later promoted to the Palm Beach Cardinals on August 1. He had a 0–1 record with a 7.71 ERA in six starts between the two teams.

2014: Cardinals Drafted Weaver

In 2014, The Cardinals selected Luke Weaver in the first round of the MLB draft.

2014: Junior Season

In 2014, as a junior, Luke Weaver had an 8–4 record with a 2.62 ERA in 16 starts for Florida State Seminoles.

2015: Palm Beach Cardinals Season

In 2015, Luke Weaver spent the season with Palm Beach. He was awarded the Cardinals July Pitcher of the Month. He was also selected for the high Class-A minor leagues All-Star team by Baseball America. He finished the season with an 8–5 record and a 1.62 ERA in 19 starts.

August 13, 2016: Major League Debut

On August 13, 2016, Luke Weaver was called up to the Cardinals and made his major league debut against the Chicago Cubs. He pitched four innings, giving up two runs. After the season, MLB Pipeline and the Cardinals named him their 2016 Minor League Pitcher of the Year. He finished the season with a 1–4 record and 5.70 ERA in nine games for St. Louis.

2016: MLB Debut

In 2016, Luke Weaver made his MLB debut.

2016: Springfield Cardinals Season

In 2016, Luke Weaver's debut for the Springfield Cardinals was delayed until June 4 due to a fractured left wrist sustained during spring training. Baseball America rated him in the top-100 for the first time. After achieving a 1.40 ERA with 88 strikeouts, he was promoted to the Memphis Redbirds on August 3.

December 5, 2018: Trade to Diamondbacks

On December 5, 2018, Luke Weaver was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2018: Trade to Diamondbacks

After the 2018 season, Luke Weaver was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2018: Moved to Bullpen

Luke Weaver began 2018 with St. Louis but was moved to the bullpen in mid-August. He finished the 2018 season with a 7–11 record, a 4.95 ERA, and a 1.50 WHIP in 30 games.

2019: Diamondbacks Season

In 2019, Luke Weaver appeared in just 12 games for the Diamondbacks, with a 2.94 ERA.

2020: 2020 Season

In 2020, Luke Weaver went 1–9 with a 6.58 ERA for the Diamondbacks. He led the NL in losses.

August 1, 2022: Traded to Royals

On August 1, 2022, Luke Weaver was traded from the Diamondbacks to the Kansas City Royals.

October 26, 2022: Claimed by Mariners

On October 26, 2022, Luke Weaver was claimed off waivers by the Seattle Mariners from the Kansas City Royals.

2022: Move to Bullpen

In 2022, Luke Weaver moved to the bullpen.

2022: 2022 Season with Arizona

Luke Weaver began the 2022 season as a relief pitcher with the Diamondbacks, but went on the injured list in April. He was activated in June. In 2022 with Arizona, he was 1-1 with a 7.71 ERA in 12 games.

January 13, 2023: Signed with Reds

On January 13, 2023, Luke Weaver signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Cincinnati Reds.

August 22, 2023: Signed with Mariners

On August 22, 2023, Luke Weaver signed a one-year major league contract with the Seattle Mariners.

September 12, 2023: Claimed by Yankees

On September 12, 2023, Luke Weaver was claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees.

January 19, 2024: Signed with Yankees

On January 19, 2024, The Yankees signed Luke Weaver to a one-year contract with a $2.5M club option for 2025.

September 2024: Named Yankees Closer

In September 2024, Luke Weaver was named the closer for the New York Yankees.

November 2024: Yankees Exercise Club Option

In November 2024, the Yankees exercised the club option on Luke Weaver's contract. Since 2024, Luke Weaver's entrance song at home games has been "Dream Weaver" by Gary Wright.

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2024: Yankees Reliever and Closer

In 2024, Luke Weaver pitched as a reliever for the Yankees. He became the Yankees' closer in September after struggles from Clay Holmes. Weaver earned his first career save on September 6, pitching a scoreless ninth inning against the Chicago Cubs. He had a 2.89 ERA and 103 strikeouts in 84 innings pitched.