Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ross Stripling

Discover the career path of Ross Stripling, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Thomas Ross Stripling, an American former professional baseball pitcher, played in MLB for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays, San Francisco Giants, and Oakland Athletics. His career highlights primarily involve his time pitching in Major League Baseball for these various teams.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2008: High School Baseball Career

In 2008, Ross Stripling's senior year of high school, a broken leg led him to become a pitcher, where he achieved a 14-0 record with a 1.60 ERA and 156 strikeouts. He was named first-team all-state and a member of the North Texas all-star team, in addition to winning a Texas 5A state title and national championship in football.

2011: College Baseball Success

In 2011, Ross Stripling excelled at Texas A&M University, leading the country in wins with a 14-2 record, a 2.29 ERA, and 113 strikeouts, earning him All-American honors.

2011: Drafted by Colorado Rockies (Did Not Sign)

In 2011, Ross Stripling was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the ninth round of the Major League Baseball draft, but he chose not to sign with them.

May 12, 2012: No-Hitter

On May 12, 2012, Ross Stripling threw a no-hitter for the Texas A&M Aggies against San Diego State.

2012: Drafted by Los Angeles Dodgers

In 2012, Ross Stripling was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fifth round of the Major League Baseball draft and signed for a $130,000 bonus.

2012: Senior Year at Texas A&M

In 2012, during his senior year at Texas A&M, Ross Stripling finished second in the conference in wins with a 10-4 record and a 3.08 ERA, along with 120 strikeouts.

May 2013: Promoted to Double-A Chattanooga Lookouts

In May 2013, Ross Stripling was promoted to the Double-A Chattanooga Lookouts and selected for the Southern League All-Star Game.

November 20, 2015: Added to Dodgers' 40-man Roster

On November 20, 2015, the Dodgers added Ross Stripling to their 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.

April 8, 2016: MLB Debut

On April 8, 2016, Ross Stripling made his major league debut against the San Francisco Giants, pitching 7+1⁄3 innings without allowing a hit but was removed after throwing 100 pitches.

May 13, 2016: First MLB Win

On May 13, 2016, Ross Stripling earned his first major league win against the St. Louis Cardinals.

2016: Made Dodgers' Opening Day Roster

In 2016, Ross Stripling made the Dodgers' Opening Day roster as the fifth starter due to several injuries to established pitchers.

May 27, 2017: First Save

On May 27, 2017, Ross Stripling earned his first save with three scoreless innings of relief against the Chicago Cubs.

2018: All-Star Selection

In 2018, after developing a hard curveball, Ross Stripling earned his first All-Star selection, replacing Miles Mikolas on the team.

January 31, 2019: Fox Business Network Appearance

On January 31, 2019, Ross Stripling appeared on Fox Business Network, providing commentary on the markets and discussing his baseball career.

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2019: Alternating Starts and Relief

In 2019, Ross Stripling alternated between starting and relieving, appearing in 32 games with a 3.47 ERA and 93 strikeouts.

August 31, 2020: Traded to Toronto Blue Jays

On August 31, 2020, Ross Stripling was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for Kendall Williams and Ryan Noda.

2020: One-Year Contract and Near Trade

In 2020, Ross Stripling agreed to a one-year, $2.1 million contract with the Dodgers and was nearly traded to the Los Angeles Angels, but the trade fell through.

2021: 2021 Season with Blue Jays

In 2021, Ross Stripling recorded a 5-7 record with a 4.80 ERA and 94 strikeouts in 24 games for the Toronto Blue Jays.

August 17, 2022: Perfect Game Interrupted

On August 17, 2022, Ross Stripling had a perfect game going against the Baltimore Orioles until it was broken up on his first pitch of the seventh inning.