Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Rob Zastryzny

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 16, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Rob Zastryzny made an impact.

Robert John Zastryzny is a Canadian-American professional baseball pitcher currently with the New York Yankees organization. He has played in MLB for several teams, including the Chicago Cubs, New York Mets, Los Angeles Angels, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Milwaukee Brewers. Prior to his professional career, Zastryzny played college baseball for the Missouri Tigers at the University of Missouri.

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2013: Drafted by Chicago Cubs

In 2013, the Chicago Cubs selected Zastryzny in the second round of the MLB draft. He started with the Boise Hawks and was promoted to the Kane County Cougars.

2014: Plays for Daytona Cubs

In 2014, Zastryzny pitched for the Daytona Cubs of the High-A Florida State League.

2015: Plays for Tennessee Smokies

In 2015, Zastryzny pitched for the Tennessee Smokies and was later assigned to the Mesa Solar Sox.

2016: MLB Debut and World Series Win

In 2016, Zastryzny was promoted to the major leagues with the Chicago Cubs, making 11 appearances and achieving a 1-0 record with a 1.13 ERA. The Cubs won the 2016 World Series, earning Zastryzny his first World Series title.

September 1, 2018: Designated for Assignment

On September 1, 2018, Zastryzny was designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs.

March 25, 2019: Released by Cubs

On March 25, 2019, Zastryzny was released by the Chicago Cubs organization.

March 26, 2019: Signs with Los Angeles Dodgers

On March 26, 2019, Zastryzny signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers organization.

November 26, 2019: Signs with Baltimore Orioles

On November 26, 2019, Zastryzny signed a minor league deal with the Baltimore Orioles organization.

March 26, 2021: Signs with Long Island Ducks

On March 26, 2021, Zastryzny signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.

November 29, 2021: Signs with New York Mets

On November 29, 2021, Zastryzny signed a minor league deal with the New York Mets.

August 20, 2022: Promoted to Major League Roster

On August 20, 2022, Zastryzny's contract was selected from Triple-A and he was promoted to the New York Mets major league roster.

August 25, 2022: Claimed by Los Angeles Angels

On August 25, 2022, Zastryzny was claimed off waivers by the Los Angeles Angels.

December 22, 2022: Signs with Pittsburgh Pirates

On December 22, 2022, Zastryzny signed a minor league deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

March 30, 2023: Contract Selected by Pirates

On March 30, 2023, Zastryzny had his contract selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

December 12, 2023: Signs with Milwaukee Brewers

On December 12, 2023, Zastryzny signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers.

June 29, 2024: Contract Selected by Brewers

On June 29, 2024, the Brewers selected Zastryzny's contract, adding him to their major league roster.

November 4, 2024: Claimed by Chicago Cubs

On November 4, 2024, Zastryzny was claimed off waivers by the Chicago Cubs.

February 4, 2025: Designated for Assignment by Cubs

On February 4, 2025, Zastryzny was designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs.

February 17, 2025: Signs with New York Yankees

On February 17, 2025, Zastryzny signed a minor league contract with the New York Yankees.

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