History of Reese Olson in Timeline

Reese Olson is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Detroit Tigers in MLB. He debuted in the major leagues in 2023. Olson is a right-handed pitcher. As a prospect, he was known for his fastball, slider, and changeup, with his slider often considered his best pitch. He throws from a three-quarters arm slot, generating deception. Olson was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the second round of the 2018 MLB draft, and was later traded to the Tigers in 2021.

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July 31, 1999: William Reese Olson Born

On July 31, 1999, William Reese Olson was born in Gainesville, Georgia.

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2018: Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers

In 2018, Reese Olson was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 13th round of the MLB draft after attending North Hall High School.

2019: Played for Wisconsin Timber Rattlers

In 2019, Reese Olson started 14 games for the High-A Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, achieving a 4–7 record with a 4.66 ERA and 84 strikeouts over 94 innings.

2020: No Game Due to COVID-19

In 2020, Reese Olson did not play in any games due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

July 31, 2021: Traded to the Detroit Tigers

On July 31, 2021, the Brewers traded Reese Olson to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for Daniel Norris. He was assigned to the High-A West Michigan Whitecaps and was ranked as the organization's thirteenth-best prospect in MLB.com's mid-season 2021 update.

2021: Played for Wisconsin Timber Rattlers

In 2021, Reese Olson started 14 games for the High-A Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, posting a 5–4 record with a 4.30 ERA and 79 strikeouts over 69 innings.

November 15, 2022: Added to Tigers' 40-Man Roster

On November 15, 2022, the Tigers added Reese Olson to their 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.

2023: MLB Debut

In 2023, Reese Olson made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Detroit Tigers.

2023: MLB Season and Promotion

In 2023, Reese Olson was optioned to the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens and later promoted to the major leagues by the Tigers. He made 21 appearances with a 5-7 record, a 3.99 ERA, and 103 strikeouts.