History of Mitch Bratt in Timeline

Mitch Bratt is a professional baseball pitcher from Canada, recognized as a rising talent within the Texas Rangers organization. Drafted by the Rangers in the fifth round of the 2021 MLB Draft, he has steadily progressed through the minor league system. Known for his technical skill and composure on the mound, Bratt has also gained international experience representing the Canadian national baseball team, including his participation in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. His development path marks him as a significant prospect in Canadian baseball, with scouts noting his pitch repertoire and professional growth as he aims for a future career in Major League Baseball.

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July 3, 2003: Birth of Mitchell Eric Bratt

Mitchell Eric Bratt was born on July 3, 2003, marking the beginning of the life of the future professional baseball pitcher.

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2021: Texas Rangers Draft Selection and Professional Debut

In 2021, Mitch Bratt was selected by the Texas Rangers in the fifth round of the MLB draft and subsequently began his professional career with the ACL Rangers, where he excelled by allowing zero earned runs across six innings.

2022: Down East Wood Ducks Performance and Wayne Norton Award

During the 2022 season, Bratt played for the Down East Wood Ducks, recording a 2.45 ERA and 99 strikeouts, and was honored as the recipient of the 2022 Wayne Norton Award as the top Canadian Minor League Baseball player.

March 13, 2023: World Baseball Classic Start

On March 13, 2023, 19-year-old Mitch Bratt served as the starting pitcher for Canada during game two of the 2023 World Baseball Classic, a performance in which he allowed six runs while recording only one out.

2023: Hickory Crawdads Season and Arizona Fall League Participation

In 2023, Bratt dealt with a two-month injury absence before finishing the season with the Hickory Crawdads; he concluded the year by playing for the Surprise Saguaros in the Arizona Fall League.

2024: Advancement to Double-A with Frisco RoughRiders

Throughout the 2024 season, Bratt split his time between Hickory and the Frisco RoughRiders, achieving a combined record of 8–6 with 117 strikeouts over more than 110 innings.

July 31, 2025: Trade to the Arizona Diamondbacks

On July 31, 2025, Mitch Bratt, along with Kohl Drake and David Hagaman, was traded by the Texas Rangers to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for pitcher Merrill Kelly.

2025: Continued Success with the Frisco RoughRiders

Starting the 2025 season with the Frisco RoughRiders, Bratt maintained strong form with a 6–3 record, a 3.18 ERA, and 106 strikeouts across more than 90 innings of work.

June 24, 2026: Major League Debut with the Diamondbacks

On June 24, 2026, Mitch Bratt was promoted to the Arizona Diamondbacks major league roster and made his professional debut against the St. Louis Cardinals, where he pitched three innings and recorded three strikeouts.