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Michael Lance Lynn (born May 12, 1987) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. Between 2011 and 2024, he played 13 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the St. Louis Cardinals, Minnesota Twins, New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, Chicago White Sox, and Los Angeles Dodgers.

Key Information

Playing college baseball for the Ole Miss Rebels, Lynn set the school's single-season (146) and career (332) pitching strikeout records. The Cardinals selected him in the first round of the 2008 MLB Draft from the University of Mississippi. In 2009, he was named the Cardinals organizational Pitcher of the Year after playing in three levels and totaling a 2.85 earned run average and 124 strikeouts in 148+2⁄3 innings pitched. He made his MLB debut on June 2, 2011, was a member of the Cardinals' World Series championship team that year, and a National League All-Star in 2012.

On May 27, 2014, Lynn pitched his first MLB career complete game and shutout. He earned his 500th MLB career strikeout three weeks later, and 50th career win April 15, 2015. Through 2015, he was the Cardinals' all-time franchise leader in career strikeouts per 9 innings pitched, with 8.7. After undergoing Tommy John surgery, Lynn missed the entire 2016 season. On June 18, 2023, he pitched 16 strikeouts against the Seattle Mariners in 7+1⁄3 innings, tying the franchise record for most strikeouts by a White Sox pitcher in a single game.

Early life

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Lynn was born on May 12, 1987, in Indianapolis, Indiana,[1] to Mike and Jenny Lynn. He was part of the Brownsburg, Indiana, Little League team that appeared in the 1999 Little League World Series. Brownsburg won the Central Regional Championship in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.[2] He attended Brownsburg High School, where he played on the baseball team, with teammate Drew Storen, a fellow future major league pitcher. Lynn earned All-State honors in his sophomore and junior season.[3]

As a junior, Lynn hit .509 with 14 home runs and 46 runs batted in (RBIs). As a pitcher, he posted a 1.26 earned run average (ERA) and 160 strikeouts (SO) in 100 innings pitched (IP), a 10–3 win–loss record, and three saves. His team went 36–0 his senior year as they won the 4A state championship. That year, he hit .400 with 14 home runs; his ERA was 0.71 and record was 16–0.[3]

At Brownsburg, Lynn's cumulative batting totals included a .473 average and 92 RBIs. His career pitching totals were a 39–4 record, 1.10 ERA, seven saves, and 455 strikeouts in 288 IP. For the state of Indiana, Lynn was the Gatorade Player of the Year in 2005. He was also a Louisville Slugger and Electronic Arts All-America selection. When Lynn played at the Area Code Games, Nike named him an All-Star, and he was teammates with fellow future Ole Miss Rebels baseball signees Evan Button and Scott Van Slyke.[3]

The Seattle Mariners selected Lynn in the sixth round of the June 2005 MLB draft, but he did not sign.

College career

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He instead chose to attend the University of Mississippi to play college baseball for the Ole Miss Rebels. In 2007, he set the Ole Miss single season (146) and career (332) strikeout records. He was named an All-Southeastern Conference second-team pitcher in 2007 and 2008. His overall college record was 22–12 with a 3.95 ERA.[4]

Professional career

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Draft and minor leagues

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The St. Louis Cardinals selected Lynn in the first round, with the 39th overall pick of the 2008 MLB draft.

In 2009, Lynn was named the Cardinals' organizational Pitcher of the Year after jumping three levels in his first full professional season. His final start for the year was for the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds of the Pacific Coast League (PCL). His season totals included a 2.85 ERA and 124 strikeouts in 148+2⁄3 innings. He led all Cardinals minor league pitchers in strikeouts from 2009 to 2010 (141 in 2010).[4]

Spending the entire 2010 season with Memphis, Lynn also led all Cardinals minor league pitchers in games started (29), was second with 164 innings pitched and 13 wins, and ninth with 7.74 strikeouts per 9 innings pitched (K/9). In addition, he led the PCL in strikeouts and games started and was second in wins in 2010.[4] On September 10, 2010, Lynn broke the Redbirds' single-game franchise strikeout record, with 16 against the Oklahoma City RedHawks in a playoff game. It was also the highest strikeout performance that year in all the minor leagues.[5]

St. Louis Cardinals (2011–2015, 2017)

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2011–2013

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The club added Lynn to the 40 man roster and activated him on June 2, 2011. He made his MLB debut that night at Busch Stadium against the San Francisco Giants.[6] In 34+1⁄3 innings in the regular season with the Cardinals, Lynn notched 40 strikeouts while allowing 25 hits and 11 walks. A pulled flank muscle in August prevented him from appearing in a game until a surprise appearance in the postseason.[4] On October 10, Lynn was awarded the win after throwing exactly one pitch in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series (NLCS) against the Milwaukee Brewers.[7] In the World Series, Lynn gave up back-to-back home runs in the top of the seventh to Adrián Beltré and Nelson Cruz. However, he won the World Series with the Cardinals, making a total of 10 appearances during the postseason after appearing in just 18 games during the 2011 regular season.

After arriving at Cardinals spring training in February 2012, Lynn announced he would begin wearing the number 31. When Chris Carpenter went on the disabled list (DL) early in the season, Lynn replaced him in the rotation. He started strong, winning his first six games with an ERA of 1.40. One of his best games came on June 13 against the Chicago White Sox. He completed 7+1⁄3 innings, struck out a career-high 12 batters, and gave up only three hits. That performance lowered his ERA to 2.42. He also became the second player that season to win 10 games behind R. A. Dickey.[8]

Lynn pitching for the Cardinals in 2012

Lynn finished his first half with a 3.41 ERA and 11–4 record in 17 starts. Subsequently, he was named to his first All-Star Game. However, he scuffled with a 5.23 ERA in his next eight starts, and was removed from the rotation. Joe Kelly replaced him in the rotation. Through his first 25 starts, he was 13–5 with a 3.93 ERA.[9] His August ERA ballooned to 6.66 and his second-half ERA overall was 4.32. Lynn attributed his inconsistency to weight gain and poor conditioning. He finished the regular season with an 18–7 record and 180 strikeouts, 3.78 ERA in 35 games, 29 starts and 176 innings.[10] His 9.2 K/9 rate placed fourth in franchise history.[11] He placed second in the NL in wins, seventh in winning percentage, and fourth in K/9. Lynn was added back to the rotation in the NLDS against the Washington Nationals after the team shifted Jaime García to the DL due to a rotator cuff injury. He was the Game 5 starter in the NLCS against the San Francisco Giants, in which the Cardinals held a 3–1 series lead. However, he gave up four runs in 3+2⁄3 innings as the Cardinals eventually lost the series.[10]

The right-hander made a conscious effort to change his eating and conditioning habits to reach 200 innings in 2013. He showed up to ST weighing 239 pounds, about 41 pounds lighter than his last start in the 2012 NLCS.[10] As a result, his teammates needled him with jokes, such as "Where's your other half?" from Adam Wainwright and "Who's the new guy?" from two others.[12] He reached his season goal of 200 innings pitched, with 201+2⁄3, and was 15–10 with 198 strikeouts and 3.97 ERA. His ERA remained steady: 4.00 in the first half, 3.93 in the second of the season. He improved his ERA in September to 2.12.[10] His win total was sixth in the NL, strikeouts ninth, and 33 starts placed second.

2014–2017

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Lynn pitching for the Cardinals in 2014

On the recommendation of the team chef Simon Lusky, Lynn decreased the amount of refined carbohydrates and fats in his diet. He showed up to 2014 Spring Training with an even slimmer look.[13] In a Spring Training game on March 14, Lynn struck out 10 Atlanta Braves in four innings, including the final eight hitters he faced.[14] On April 14, the Cardinals stopped the Milwaukee Brewers' nine-game winning streak behind Lynn's seven scoreless innings. Lynn, who had entered the game with a 6.55 ERA for the season, won his third decision behind 11 strikeouts and just three hits allowed as St. Louis prevailed 4–0.[15] Against the Washington Nationals on April 19, he stroked his first career extra base hit — an RBI double — while picking up the decision for the win in a 4–3 victory.[16]

On May 27, Lynn pitched his first career complete game against the New York Yankees, a shutout.[17] Making his 100th career MLB appearance and another start against the Nationals on Friday, June 13, Lynn pitched five perfect innings on his way to two hits through eight innings in a 1–0 victory over Jordan Zimmermann.[18] In a 3–2 loss to the New York Mets five days later, he notched his 500th career strikeout, through 503 career innings.[19] Baffling the Colorado Rockies on the corners of the strike zone on June 23, Lynn pitched another eight shutout innings in an 8–0 victory at Coors Field while allowing just three hits.[20] The Cardinals made the playoffs again in 2014, and Lynn started one game each in the NLDS against the Dodgers and in the NLCS against the Giants. He finished with a 3.08 combined ERA and 11 strikeouts in 11+2⁄3 innings.[21]

Arbitration-eligible for the first time in his career, Lynn and the Cardinals agreed to a three-year, $22 million contract on January 15, 2015. It bought out his three remaining years before free agency and included up to an additional $1.5 million in performance bonuses. Only Wainwright (53) and Clayton Kershaw (51) surpassed his win total (48) in the National League over the previous three seasons. In that time, Lynn allowed a 3.48 ERA and 1.300 WHIP over 95 starts.[22][23]

Making his 99th career start on April 15, 2015, Lynn earned his 50th career win in a 4–2 victory over Milwaukee. It was his 13th win in the month of April since 2012, the highest total in MLB.[24] Through his first 12 starts of the season, he was 4–4 with a 3.07 ERA. However, after his June 7 start against the Dodgers, he suffered a right forearm strain. The Cardinals placed him on the DL on June 12. Lynn returned from the DL on June 24.[25] He returned to action the next day against the Miami Marlins, pitching six scoreless innings in a 5–1 victory.[26]

In a 10–5 loss to the Pirates on August 13, 2015, Lynn recorded just two outs while allowing seven runs total, three earned, a home run and six hits while throwing 41 pitches. It was the shortest outing of his career as a starter,[27] and the quickest exit for a Cardinals starter since Anthony Reyes on October 1, 2006, by reason other than injury.[28] After returning from the DL in June, Lynn started 19 games with an 8–7 record, 3.00 ERA and completed 102 innings, but made it through seven innings just once in his last six starts of the season.[29]

He finished the 2015 season with a 12–11 record and 3.03 ERA in 175+1⁄3 innings. He led all major league pitchers in fastball percentage (85.4%).[30] Through that point in his major league career, he allowed a .248 batting average against,[31] and was the Cardinals all-time franchise leader with 8.7 K/9 among all players with at least 500 innings pitched for the club.[11]

On November 10, 2015, the Cardinals announced that Lynn would miss the 2016 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery (TJS).[32] He began a rehab stint with the Palm Beach Cardinals on August 15, 2016, pitching 1+2⁄3 scoreless innings.[33]

Lynn pitching for the Cardinals in 2017 Father's Day Weekend

Lynn rejoined the Cardinals' starting rotation in 2017, and finished the year making 33 starts with an 11–8 record and a 3.43 ERA. He led the major leagues in holding opposing batters to the lowest batting average on balls in play (.244).[34] He also led all major league pitchers in fastball percentage (81.1%).[35] After the season, Lynn became a free agent for the first time of his career.

Minnesota Twins (2018)

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On March 12, 2018, Lynn signed a one-year, $12 million contract with the Minnesota Twins.[36] He struggled in his Minnesota debut, giving up five earned runs, all in the first inning, and walking six in four innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates, taking the loss as Pittsburgh defeated Minnesota 5–4. During the first two months of the season, he compiled an ERA of 5.94.

New York Yankees (2018)

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Lynn pitching for the New York Yankees in 2018

On July 30, 2018, the Twins traded Lynn and cash considerations to the New York Yankees in exchange for Tyler Austin and Luis Rijo.[37] He was inserted into their bullpen as a long reliever,[38] but was then moved to their starting rotation to replace the struggling Sonny Gray.[39]

Texas Rangers (2019–2020)

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On December 18, 2018, Lynn signed a three-year contract with the Texas Rangers for $30 million.[40]

In 2019, Lynn posted a 16–11 record with a 3.67 ERA and 246 strikeouts over 208+1⁄3 innings. He led MLB in wild pitches, with 18.[41] Lynn finished 5th in the 2019 AL Cy Young Award voting.[42]

On August 9, 2020, Lynn earned his 100th MLB career win against the Los Angeles Angels.[43] Lynn finished the year with a 6–3 record and a 3.32 ERA with 89 strikeouts in 84.0 innings of work.

Chicago White Sox (2021–2023)

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On December 7, 2020, Lynn was traded to the Chicago White Sox in exchange for pitcher Dane Dunning and prospect Avery Weems.[44] Lynn recorded a 9–3 record and 1.99 ERA through 16 starts to begin the 2021 season and was named an All-Star. On July 17, 2021, Lynn agreed to a two-year, $38 million contract extension with Chicago that includes a club option.[45] On August 12, Lynn was the starting pitcher for the first Field of Dreams game in Dyersville, Iowa. Lynn went 5 innings, giving up 4 hits, 4 runs, and 2 walks while striking out 7 batters as the White Sox beat the Yankees 9–8. Overall in 2021, Lynn had 28 starts with an ERA of 2.69 and an 11–6 record. He pitched in 157 innings and struck out 176 batters. In the ALDS against the Houston Astros, Lynn started Game 1 but struggled. After a 1-2-3 first inning with 1 strike out, Lynn went 2.2 more innings giving up 5 runs while striking out only 3 more batters. Lynn finished 3rd in Cy Young Award voting behind Gerrit Cole and Robbie Ray.

Lynn started out the 2022 season on the Injured List after suffering a meniscus tear during spring training. Lynn was activated off the IL on June 13. Lynn made his first start on that same day against the Detroit Tigers. In that game after the 2nd inning, Lynn got into an argument in the dugout with White Sox third base coach Joe McEwing. The argument was after Lynn gave up his third earned run of the game.[46] After his argument with McEwing, Lynn went the next 2.1 innings without giving up a run. In the game, Lynn went 4.1 innings giving up 10 hits and 3 earned runs while striking out 4 batters as the White Sox won 9–5. Overall in 2022, Lynn went 8–7 in 21 starts with an ERA of 3.99 in 121.2 innings while striking out 124 batters.

In a June 2023 game against the Seattle Mariners, Lynn struck out 16 batters in 7 innings, tying a White Sox team record for strikeouts in a regular season game. The performance also set an MLB mark for most strikeouts in a contest for a pitcher who had an ERA above 6.00 at the start of a game.[47]

Los Angeles Dodgers (2023)

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On July 28, 2023, Lynn and Joe Kelly were traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for Trayce Thompson, Nick Nastrini, and Jordan Leasure.[48][49] To finish the season with the Dodgers, Lynn made 11 starts with the team, complying to a 7–2 record with a 4.36 ERA. Overall, combined with both teams he played for in 2023, Lynn made 32 total starts with a 13–11 record, a 5.73 ERA, and an MLB-leading 44 home runs allowed.[1] Following the season, the Dodgers declined the 2024 option on his contract, making him a free agent.[50]

Return to the St. Louis Cardinals (2024)

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On November 21, 2023, the Cardinals signed Lynn to a one-year contract.[51] On July 30, 2024, Lynn defeated the Rangers, becoming the 23rd pitcher to earn a victory against all 30 MLB teams. In 23 starts for the Cardinals, he compiled a 7–4 record and 3.84 ERA with 109 strikeouts across 117+1⁄3 innings pitched. The Cardinals declined Lynn's option on October 31, making him a free agent.[52]

On April 1, 2025, Lynn announced his retirement from professional baseball on a podcast.[53]

Awards

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Major leagues
Minor leagues
  • Minor League Baseball (MiLB) Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Postseason: 2010
  • Cardinals organization Pitcher of the Month: May 2010
  • 2x The Cardinal Nation (TCN)/Scout.com Cardinals Top Prospect (2010, #3; 2009 #18)
  • Cardinals organization Pitcher of the Year: 2009
  • TCN/Scout.com Springfield Starting Pitcher of the Year: 2009
  • TCN/Scout.com System Starting Pitcher of the Year: 2009
  • 2x Texas League All-Star (2009 mid-season and post-season)
  • Scout.com Cards MiLB Player of the Month: May 2009
  • Cardinals MiLB Player of the Month: May 2009
College
  • Brooks Wallace Award Watch List by the Collegiate Baseball Foundation, 2008
  • All-America by the National Collegiate Baseball Writer's Association, 2008
  • NCAA Oxford Regional All-Tournament Team, 2007
  • NCAA Oxford Regional Most Valuable Player, 2007
High school
  • Gatorade Player of the Year for Indiana, 2005
  • Louisville Slugger and EA All-America selection, 2005

Pitching profile

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Lynn pitch

Lynn has four pitches in his arsenal: a four-seam fastball that typically travels between 93 miles per hour (150 km/h) (miles per hour) and 95 miles per hour (153 km/h), and tops out at 97 miles per hour (156 km/h); a two-seam fastball [92 miles per hour (148 km/h)–93]; a cut fastball [87 miles per hour (140 km/h)–88 miles per hour (142 km/h)]; and a curveball [79 miles per hour (127 km/h)–80 miles per hour (130 km/h)]. He uses his cutter mostly against right-handed hitters. Besides his four-seam fastball, his curve is his most commonly thrown pitch with two strikes.[54] His four-seamer had one of the highest K/9 among fastballs thrown by relief pitchers in 2012.[55] In 2012, Lynn finished third in the National League in 2012 in K/9, at 9.205. He finished ninth in 2013 with an 8.836 rate.[1] His 33 wins between 2012 and 2013 led all NL starting pitchers over that span.[56]

Personal life

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Lynn stands 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 m) tall and weighs 275 pounds (125 kg). In November 2010, he married Lauren (Grill) Lynn, who was a softball player at the University of Mississippi, but they have since divorced. They had one daughter together.[57] In January 2020, Lynn married Dymin Hayes.[58] They reside in Marion, Illinois.[59]

Throughout his career, Lynn has battled weight problems which have affected his conditioning. The better shape he has been in, the longer he can go in workouts, and thus, the longer he can effectively pitch in single games and throughout the entire season. To improve his weight and conditioning, he conferred with fellow Cardinals starters Chris Carpenter, Wainwright and Jake Westbrook about their in-season and off-season preparations methods in the 2012–13 off-season. He obtained team strength and conditioning coach Pete Prinzi's help in formulating an offseason training regimen to address his lapses and stimulate weight loss. The Cardinals also sent team chef Lusky to spend a week with Lynn and his wife Lauren in their home, where he showed them better methods to select and prepare healthy food.[12] Lynn also replaced favorites pizza and beer with more water and vodka.[10]

In 2014, Lynn acknowledged how not handling his emotions during difficult innings affected his ability to limit damage from the opposition and finish off hitters with runners on base. He also has chafed at defensive gaffes and positional shifts with which he did not agree. He had trouble trusting his catchers to call pitches, especially Yadier Molina, who is highly regarded in his game-calling skills. However, teammates and Cardinals officials noticed that he became more receptive to changing his strategy, and therefore, outcomes.[60]

Lynn grew up a New York Yankees fan.[61]

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Lance Lynn (born Michael Lance Lynn; May 12, 1987) is an American former professional baseball pitcher who played 13 seasons in (MLB) from 2011 to 2024, primarily as a for six teams. A right-handed thrower who batted from both sides, Lynn was selected by the Cardinals in the first round (39th overall) of the 2008 MLB Draft out of the , where he had pitched for the . He made his MLB debut on June 2, 2011, with the Cardinals and contributed to their championship that year, appearing in two postseason games. Over his career, Lynn established himself as a durable workhorse starter, compiling a 143–99 win–loss record with a 3.74 earned run average (ERA) and 2,015 strikeouts in 2,006⅓ innings pitched across 364 games (340 starts). He earned two All-Star selections—in 2012 with the Cardinals and in 2021 with the Chicago White Sox—and received Cy Young Award votes in three seasons (2019, 2020, and 2021). Lynn's tenure included stints with the Cardinals (2011–2015, 2017, 2024), Minnesota Twins (2018), New York Yankees (2018), Texas Rangers (2019–2020), Chicago White Sox (2021–2023), and Los Angeles Dodgers (2023). Known for his competitive mound presence and nickname "ML2," he also represented the United States in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Lynn announced his retirement on April 1, 2025, at age 37. His longevity and consistency made him a valuable rotation anchor, particularly during his early years with St. Louis, where he posted a 3.38 ERA from 2011 to 2014, and later with Texas, leading the American League in starts (33) in 2022. Standing at 6 feet 5 inches and weighing around 280 pounds during his prime, Lynn's physicality and fastball-slider combination defined his pitching style, though he adapted to a sinker-heavy approach later in his career to manage arm wear.

Early life and education

Early life

Lance Lynn was born on May 12, 1987, in . He grew up in the Brownsburg area of central alongside his parents, Mike and Jenny Lynn, and his older brother Keith, who is 12 years his senior. His father's work as a often kept him away, leading Lynn to spend significant time with his grandmother Lera, who emphasized manners, accountability, and resilience while closely following and critiquing his games. This family dynamic, rooted in a supportive yet demanding environment, fostered Lynn's renowned and from an early age. Lynn's introduction to baseball occurred through local youth leagues, highlighted by his time on the Brownsburg Little League team that advanced to the 1999 , where he pitched in their opening game. His passion for the sport was further ignited by watching his father, Mike, play slow-pitch softball during his childhood. While Lynn competed in football and throughout high school, he shifted his primary focus to pitching following his Little League success, recognizing it as his strongest path. At , his senior year in 2005 showcased his dominance on the mound, as he compiled a 16-0 record with a 0.71 ERA, earning him the High School Player of the Year award. Lynn continued his development by enrolling at the for .

College career

Lance Lynn enrolled at the in fall 2005 after being selected by the Seattle Mariners in the sixth round of the 2005 MLB Draft out of Brownsburg High School in , choosing instead to develop his skills in college. He joined the team, initially appearing in relief roles before transitioning to a full-time starter during his freshman season in 2006. In 2006, Lynn posted a 7-3 record with a 4.96 ERA over 18 appearances (15 starts), striking out 76 batters in 85.1 innings pitched. The Rebels finished 44-22 overall and hosted the Regional in the NCAA Tournament, defeating Bethune-Cookman, , and Tulane to claim the regional before losing in the super regional. Lynn's sophomore year in 2007 marked a breakout campaign, as he went 8-5 with a 2.85 ERA in 18 starts, recording 146 strikeouts in 123.1 innings to set the Ole Miss single-season record and lead the (SEC). He earned SEC Pitcher of the Week honors twice, including after a complete-game of with 12 strikeouts. The Rebels achieved a 40-25 record, winning the Regional before falling to Arizona State in the Tempe Super Regional. During his junior season in 2008, Lynn recorded a 7-4 mark with a 4.52 ERA and 110 strikeouts in 89.2 innings across 15 starts, leading the SEC in strikeouts at that point in the season. He received All-SEC Second Team honors and was named to the ABCA/Rawlings All-South Region team. Ole Miss ended the year 39-26 and advanced to the Regional in the NCAA Tournament, where they were eliminated by . Across his three seasons, Lynn compiled a 22-12 record with a 3.95 and 332 in 298.1 innings, establishing the school's career strikeout record while contributing to three consecutive NCAA appearances for the Rebels.

Professional career

Draft and minor leagues

The St. Louis Cardinals selected Lance Lynn in the compensatory first round (39th overall) of the 2008 MLB Draft as compensation for the loss of free agent reliever to the Detroit Tigers. Previously drafted by the Seattle Mariners in the sixth round of the 2005 MLB Draft out of high school, Lynn did not sign to attend the , where his strong college performance as a reliever contributed to his high draft stock. He signed with the Cardinals on June 9, 2008, for a $938,000 and was assigned to the Class A of the . Due to a late signing, Lynn saw limited action in 2008, making two starts for Quad Cities (0-1, 2.25 ERA in 8 innings pitched) after an appearance with the short-season Class A Batavia Muckdogs (1-0, 0.96 ERA in 18 2/3 innings). In 2009, he transitioned successfully to a starting role and enjoyed a breakout campaign across three levels, beginning with the Class A Advanced Palm Beach Cardinals of the Florida State League, where he posted a 0-0 record and 2.30 ERA in 5 appearances (15 2/3 innings). Promoted to Double-A Springfield Cardinals, he went 8-2 with a 2.17 ERA in 20 starts (124 1/3 innings), then made four starts for Triple-A Memphis Redbirds (2-1, 3.38 ERA in 21 1/3 innings). Overall, Lynn finished 10-3 with a 2.59 ERA, 93 1/3 innings pitched, and 124 strikeouts, earning the Cardinals' Minor League Pitcher of the Year honors. Lynn's development included notable improvements in fastball velocity, reaching 93-95 mph consistently as he built stamina for starting duties, a shift from his college relief profile. In 2010, he remained with Memphis, logging a full season as a starter with a 10-5 record, 3.78 , and 141 strikeouts over 145 innings in 29 appearances. Minor injury setbacks, including occasional arm soreness, occasionally interrupted his progress but did not derail his rapid ascent through the system.

St. Louis Cardinals (2011–2015, 2017)

Lynn made his major league debut with the St. Louis Cardinals on June 2, , against the Chicago Cubs at , allowing one run over 1 2/3 innings in relief. In 18 regular-season appearances that year, including two starts, he recorded a 1-1 mark with a 3.12 ERA, surrendering just 25 hits while striking out 28 batters in 34 2/3 innings. Lynn's immediate impact extended to the postseason, where he emerged as a reliable option during the Cardinals' run to their 11th title; in eight relief appearances across the NLCS and , he went 2-0 with a 0.72 ERA over 12 2/3 innings, highlighted by a perfect eighth inning in Game 7 of the Fall Classic against the Texas Rangers. Transitioning to the starting rotation in 2012 alongside veterans and , Lynn solidified his role as a key contributor to ' NL Central contention. He earned his first selection after posting a 14-6 record with a 3.78 in 29 starts, logging 176 and 151 strikeouts while helping the Cardinals secure a Wild Card berth and advance to the NLCS. The following season in 2013, Lynn anchored the rotation again with a 15-10 record and 3.97 over 33 starts and a career-high 201 2/3 , striking out 181 batters as captured the division title and reached the , though Lynn finished 1-2 in the playoffs. Lynn achieved a personal best in 2014, going 15-10 with a 2.74 ERA—his lowest mark to that point—in 33 starts, amassing 181 strikeouts across 203 2/3 innings to aid the Cardinals' second consecutive NL Central crown and NLCS appearance. The 2015 campaign brought challenges, as a right strain sidelined him from mid-June to late in the month, limiting him to 31 starts where he compiled a 12-11 record and 3.03 ERA with 167 strikeouts in 175 1/3 innings; despite the injury, won 100 games and the division, with Lynn starting Game 3 of the NLDS. After undergoing surgery in November 2015 to repair a torn , Lynn missed all of 2016 but returned strongly in 2017, leading the National League with 33 starts while going 11-8 with a 3.43 , 153 strikeouts, and 186 1/3 innings as he reclaimed a spot in the rotation. As a pending , Lynn drew interest ahead of the July 31 deadline, with teams like the Colorado Rockies inquiring, but the Cardinals retained him amid their push for a Wild Card spot, ultimately finishing third in the division at 83-79. Across his initial tenure with from 2011 through 2015 and 2017, Lynn amassed a 68-46 record with a 3.36 in 183 appearances (141 starts), playing a pivotal role in five consecutive playoff appearances and the 2011 championship.

Minnesota Twins and New York Yankees (2018)

In March 2018, Lance Lynn signed a one-year, $12 million contract with the as a , joining the team to bolster a rotation that included young talents like and . Intended as a reliable veteran starter following his return from Tommy John surgery in 2017, Lynn initially struggled in Minnesota, compiling a 7–8 record with a 5.10 over 20 starts and 102⅓ . His early-season performance was marked by inconsistency, including high walk rates and vulnerability to home runs, which contributed to the Twins' middling standing in the AL Central. On July 30, 2018, ahead of the trade deadline, the Twins dealt Lynn and $500,000 in cash to the New York Yankees in exchange for outfielder Tyler Austin and minor league pitcher Luis Rijo, along with international signing bonus pool space. The move addressed the Yankees' need for rotation depth amid injuries and inconsistencies from pitchers like Sonny Gray, as New York pursued a deep playoff run in the competitive AL East. Lynn made an immediate positive impression in pinstripes, delivering a stellar debut on August 1 with seven scoreless innings against the Cleveland Guardians, and overall went 3–2 with a 4.14 ERA in 11 starts spanning 54⅓ innings. His improved command and ground-ball tendencies helped stabilize the Yankees' staff during the stretch drive. For the season, Lynn appeared in 31 games across both teams, making 29 starts, and finished with a 10–10 record, 4.77 ERA, 161 strikeouts, and 156⅔ . While serving as a mid-rotation option for the Twins amid their rebuild efforts, his trade to New York positioned him as a key contributor to a playoff-contending that clinched a wild card spot but fell to the Boston Red Sox in the AL Division Series; Lynn did not appear in the postseason.

Texas Rangers (2019–2020)

On December 18, 2018, Lance Lynn signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Texas Rangers, marking his return to a starting role after a strong second half with the New York Yankees in 2018 that boosted his free-agent value. In 2019, Lynn experienced a significant resurgence, posting a 16–11 record with a 3.67 ERA over 33 starts and 208⅓ innings pitched, while recording a career-high 246 strikeouts. His durability and effectiveness helped anchor the Rangers' rotation during a rebuilding phase, as he led the team in innings pitched and strikeouts, contributing to a 78–84 finish. The 2020 season, shortened to 60 games due to the , saw Lynn continue his strong form with a 6–3 record and 3.32 across 13 starts and 84 , allowing just 13 home runs while 89 batters. His performance placed him among the American League's top starters early in the year, earning consideration for what would have been the before it was canceled. Lynn finished sixth in AL voting, underscoring his impact on a young Rangers staff. As the ace of Texas's developing rotation, Lynn provided veteran leadership and mentored emerging pitchers such as and Joe Palumbo, helping instill a professional approach amid the team's transition. One key challenge was adapting to the newly opened , where Lynn threw the first regular-season pitch on July 24, 2020, against the Colorado Rockies; he later described the initial innings of his debut there as unusually uncomfortable due to the unfamiliar environment, though he settled in for six scoreless innings. The retractable-roof ballpark's dimensions and conditions tested pitchers throughout the season, but Lynn maintained consistency with a 3.12 in his seven home starts.

Chicago White Sox (2021–2023)

Lance Lynn was acquired by the from the Texas Rangers on December 8, 2020, in exchange for right-hander and left-handed pitching prospect Avery Weems. This move bolstered the White Sox rotation as they aimed to contend in the following a Wild Card appearance in 2020. In 2021, Lynn emerged as a cornerstone of the White Sox pitching staff, posting an 11-6 record with a 2.69 over 28 starts and 157 , while striking out 176 batters. His strong first half, featuring a 2.74 , earned him his second selection, joining teammates and at the Midsummer Classic in . As a reliable anchor alongside and , Lynn helped lead the White Sox to their first AL Central division title since 2008, clinching it on September 23 with a 93-69 record. In the postseason, he started Game 1 of the ALDS against the Astros but struggled, allowing five runs in 3⅔ innings during a 6-1 loss; the White Sox were eliminated in four games. Following his campaign, Lynn agreed to a two-year, $38 million contract extension with the White Sox on July 17, 2021, securing $18.5 million annually for 2022 and 2023, with an $18 million club option for 2024. In 2022, he made 21 starts with an 8-7 record and 3.99 over 121⅔ innings, providing steady innings despite the team's second-place finish in the AL Central. Lynn's performance declined in 2023 amid a White Sox roster that finished last in the division with a 61-101 record. He went 6-9 with a 6.47 ERA in 21 starts and 119⅔ innings for Chicago, allowing a career-high 28 home runs before being traded midseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers and St. Louis Cardinals (2023–2024)

On July 30, 2023, Lance Lynn was traded from the Chicago White Sox to the Los Angeles Dodgers along with reliever Joe Kelly in exchange for outfielder Trayce Thompson and pitchers Jordan Leasure and Nick Nastrini, as the White Sox continued to offload veterans amid a rebuilding effort. In his brief stint with the Dodgers, Lynn provided stability to the rotation down the stretch, posting a 7-2 record with a 4.36 ERA over 11 starts and 57 innings pitched, including a standout seven-inning shutout against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 1 where he struck out seven. His performance helped bolster Los Angeles' pitching depth as they pursued a National League West title, though he appeared in one postseason game (Game 3 of the NLDS) during their playoff run, where he allowed a postseason-record four home runs in the third inning. Following the 2023 season, Lynn signed a one-year, $11 million contract with the St. Louis Cardinals on November 21, 2023, marking his return to the organization that drafted him in 2008 and where he had spent his first major league years. The deal included incentives that could push its value higher based on and performance. In 2024, at age 37, Lynn served as a veteran anchor in the Cardinals' rotation during a transitional year focused on developing younger talent and rebuilding the pitching staff, logging 23 starts with a 7-4 record, 3.84 , and 109 strikeouts over 117.1 innings. Lynn's homecoming was met with enthusiastic fan support at , where crowds gave him standing ovations during his first start back on April 2 against the Marlins, evoking memories of his rookie contributions to the championship team. He reflected on the emotional weight of returning to , noting the city's lasting impact on his career and the parallels between the 2011 squad's resilience and the current team's need for steady leadership amid roster changes. Key outings included a against division rival on May 25, where he allowed two runs over six innings to help secure a series win, underscoring his value in high-stakes Central Division matchups.

Retirement

Lance Lynn announced his retirement from on April 1, 2025, at the age of 37, during an appearance on his wife Dymin's podcast, Dymin in the Rough. In the episode, Lynn stated, "I'm officially retiring from baseball right here, right now," marking the end of a 13-year career that began with his debut for the Cardinals in 2011. Prior to announcing retirement, Lynn signed a minor-league deal with the Chicago Cubs in hopes of extending his career. Lynn cited several factors for his decision, including the physical toll of 13 seasons, which included significant time lost to injuries such as his 2015 Tommy John surgery that sidelined him for the entire 2016 season, as well as right knee inflammation that limited him in 2024. He also emphasized family priorities and the desire to enjoy more time at home after years on the road, noting the appeal of vested eligibility following over a decade of service. Over his career, Lynn compiled a 143-99 record with a 3.74 and 2,015 strikeouts in 2,006 1/3 across stints with six teams. His final chapter came in with the Cardinals, providing a fitting return to the organization where he began. Following the announcement, Lynn expressed no immediate interest in coaching roles but hinted at potential involvement in or mentoring young players in the future.

Awards and honors

All-Star selections

Lance Lynn earned two selections to the during his career, in 2012 with the St. Louis Cardinals and in 2021 with the . These honors recognized his strong first-half performances as a , highlighting his consistency and effectiveness in peak seasons. All-Star pitchers are selected as reserves through a combination of votes from fellow players and choices by the Commissioner's Office, rather than fan balloting which applies primarily to starters. Lynn's selections via the player ballot underscored the respect he garnered from peers for his workload and results, boosting excitement among Cardinals and White Sox fanbases during those campaigns. In 2012, Lynn entered the All-Star break with an 11-4 record and a 3.41 over 17 starts for the Cardinals, earning him a spot on the National League roster as a reserve . Although selected, he did not appear in the game at , designated instead as the emergency for potential . This selection marked a breakthrough for the 25-year-old, coming in his first full season as a starter following a World Series-winning relief role the prior year. Lynn's second All-Star nod came in 2021, when he was chosen for the team after posting a 9–3 record with a 2.26 and 105 strikeouts in 91 innings across 16 starts for the White Sox. He made his All-Star debut at , pitching a scoreless second inning in relief, allowing no hits or walks while striking out one batter in an efficient 11-pitch outing. This appearance fulfilled a long-standing goal, as Lynn noted the satisfaction of finally taking the mound after his unused 2012 selection. Such honors are relatively rare for pitchers like Lynn, who established himself as a reliable mid-rotation workhorse rather than an elite ace, tying his selections to standout first halves amid a 13-year career defined by durability and double-digit win totals.

Cy Young Award voting

Lynn received votes for the in three seasons. In 2012, he finished 9th in National League voting. In 2021, he placed 3rd in voting, earning 48 points (11 third-place votes, 5 fourth-place votes, 5 fifth-place votes). In 2022, he received 22 points in AL voting.

Postseason and team achievements

Lynn's postseason debut came in with the St. Louis Cardinals, where he served as a reliever during their run to the championship. In the NLCS against the Milwaukee Brewers, he made five relief appearances, earning a 1-0 record with a 0.00 over 5.1 while allowing just three hits. He transitioned seamlessly to the against the Texas Rangers, appearing in five games and posting a 1-0 record with four s in 5.2 , though his stood at 6.35 after surrendering four earned runs, including a rough outing in where he allowed three runs in 1.1 s. Lynn rebounded in Game 7 by pitching a perfect eighth with one , contributing to the Cardinals' 6-2 victory and clinching their 11th title in franchise history. The Cardinals had secured the NL Central division title with a 90-72 record, marking their first postseason appearance since 2006. The following year, Lynn took on a starting role in the NLCS against the Giants. In two starts, he went 0–2 with a 9.82 , allowing eight earned runs over 7⅓ innings while striking out nine batters, including a no-hit bid through three innings in Game 5 before a four-run fourth led to his early exit. Despite the Cardinals forcing a Game 7, they fell short of advancing, as the Giants completed a remarkable comeback from a 3-1 deficit to win the series 4-3. In 2021, after joining the Chicago White Sox, Lynn started Game 1 of the ALDS against the Houston Astros, where he took the loss after allowing five runs on six hits in 3.2 innings with four strikeouts, contributing to a 6-1 defeat. The White Sox, however, had captured the 2021 AL Central crown with a 93-69 record, their first division title since 2008 and first playoff berth since 2008. Lynn's contributions helped anchor the rotation during the regular season, bolstering the team's postseason push, though they were eliminated in the ALDS in four games.

Pitching profile

Pitch repertoire

Lance Lynn's pitch repertoire has primarily consisted of a , sinker, , , and , with the serving as his most frequently used offering throughout his . His typically registered at 92-95 mph, reaching up to 98 mph during his prime years in the early , and accounted for approximately 47% of his total pitches in recent seasons, though usage hovered around 53% from 2012 to 2015. The sinker, thrown at 91-94 mph, complemented the by inducing groundballs and comprised 17-24% of his pitches, contributing to his groundball rate exceeding 50%. Lynn's , his primary at 84-87 mph, was deployed less frequently in later years but generated whiff rates above 30% during peak seasons like 2014, when it helped set up swing-and-miss opportunities against right-handed batters. He also utilized a at 81-83 mph, with approximately 6% career usage that increased in his later seasons to provide additional variety. The changeup, clocked at 82-85 mph, rounded out his arsenal at about 4-6% usage and provided a change-of-pace option, particularly effective in generating weak contact from opposite-handed hitters. Over the course of his career, Lynn evolved his repertoire by incorporating a cutter in the late , first experimenting with it notably in 2017 before increasing its usage to around 22% by 2024, which helped improve tunneling with his and enhanced command against left-handed batters. Following his surgery in 2015, Lynn's velocity dipped to an average of 92-93 mph, but he refined his command, leading to better location within the and sustained effectiveness despite the reduced speed.
Pitch TypeAverage Velocity (mph)Career Usage (%)Key Notes
Four-seam Fastball92-95 (up to 98 prime)~47Primary pitch; improved command post-2015 injury.
Sinker91-9417-24Heavy early usage (40-50% in peaks); >50% groundball rate.
84-87~1-4 (declined)>30% whiff rate in peak years.
82-854-6Change-of-pace for weak contact.
Cutter88~22 (post-2017)Added in late 2010s for better tunneling.
81-83~6Increased usage in later career for breaking ball depth.

Style and mechanics

Lance Lynn employed an overhand delivery as a right-handed , utilizing drop-and-drive mechanics that emphasized explosive lower-body drive and a quick arm action to generate velocity and movement on his pitches. This style allowed him to maintain balance and repeatability throughout long outings, contributing to his reputation as a durable starter over 13 major league seasons. Following his surgery in 2015, Lynn made targeted adjustments to his mechanics, including refining his arm slot and incorporating more efficient weight transfer to alleviate elbow stress and preserve arm health post-rehabilitation. Lynn's pitching approach was defined by aggression and efficiency, as he threw first-pitch strikes in 63% of plate appearances across his career, enabling him to control counts and limit walks at an 8.3% rate. As a groundball pitcher with a 42.1% career groundball rate, he prioritized inducing weak contact on the infield, which aligned with his role as a workhorse innings eater—he surpassed 200 innings pitched in three seasons (2013, 2014, and 2019). This methodical strategy supported his overall effectiveness, allowing him to log 2,006.1 career innings while posting a 3.74 ERA. Lynn's strengths centered on exceptional , exemplified by his 2,000-plus total, which underscored his ability to handle heavy workloads without frequent setbacks beyond his early surgeries. However, a notable weakness was his susceptibility to home runs, yielding 1.27 per nine due to elevated rates when his command faltered. In his later years, Lynn evolved by adapting to reduced —his averaged 91-92 mph compared to 93-94 mph earlier—focusing instead on precise and enhanced pitch movement to sustain productivity. Experts have drawn comparisons between Lynn and sinkerballers like , noting similarities in their reliance on downward plane and arm-side run to generate groundballs and limit hard contact. Video analyses of Lynn's windup reveal a compact, explosive motion with strong hip-shoulder separation, which powered his quick arm path and deceptive release point throughout his career. His style, briefly supported by a arsenal that emphasized tunneling and early-count , exemplified a blue-collar approach that prioritized and consistency over dominance.

Personal life

Family and background

Lance Lynn was born on May 12, 1987, in , , to parents Mike and Jenny Lynn, and he grew up in Brownsburg, where he developed his early interest in through Little League. His roots remained a significant part of his identity, with family providing consistent emotional support throughout his career, particularly during injury setbacks; for instance, in September 2024, as he faced a season-ending knee injury with the St. Louis Cardinals, Lynn noted the presence of his father, brothers, and other relatives at motivated him to perform strongly in what turned out to be his final start. Lynn was previously married to Lauren Grill from 2010 until around 2015, with whom he has a daughter, Mia. Lynn met his wife, Dymin Hayes, a native of , during his initial tenure with the Cardinals, reportedly at a local pizza restaurant in the area. Dymin, who holds a degree in from Columbia College and has a background in media, including high school , married Lynn on January 18, 2020. The couple maintains a relatively private personal life, with limited public disclosures beyond occasional insights shared through Dymin's podcast, Dymin in the Rough with Lance Lynn Sometimes, which features discussions on , family dynamics, and life behind the scenes. Together, Lynn and Dymin have three children—two daughters and a —born in 2019 (Lively), 2020 (Rumer), and later (Judge). The family has navigated multiple relocations tied to Lynn's career moves, such as shifting to following his trade to the White Sox ahead of the 2021 season, and later returning to the Midwest area near , where they reside offseason. Dymin's supportive role has been evident in major decisions, including Lynn's 2025 retirement announcement made jointly on her , emphasizing family priorities after 13 MLB seasons.

Philanthropy and interests

Lance Lynn has been actively involved in charitable initiatives, particularly those supporting pediatric cancer research and community youth programs. Alongside his then-wife, Lauren, he co-hosted the Lance and Lauren Lynn Challenge, a fundraising event benefiting Kids Rock Cancer, an organization that brings music therapy to children undergoing cancer treatment in St. Louis-area hospitals. The event, held in 2014, highlighted their commitment to pediatric causes. Additionally, in 2015, Lynn participated in a charity art auction organized by Kids Rock Cancer, where a portrait of him was sold to raise funds for the nonprofit's programs. During his tenure with the St. Louis Cardinals, he contributed to Cardinals Care, the team's charitable foundation, including a 2016 fundraiser with teammate Adam Wainwright that supported youth baseball initiatives and community grants. Lynn has extended his philanthropy through community engagement, notably by hosting pitching clinics for young athletes. In January 2024, he led the Lance Lynn Pitching Clinic in , his offseason residence, providing instruction to local youth and emphasizing skill development for aspiring players. His wife and family have occasionally joined him at these events, reinforcing a shared focus on giving back to the . These efforts align with his broader involvement in baseball-related , including support for underprivileged youth programs. Beyond philanthropy, Lynn's personal interests include outdoor pursuits that offer relaxation during the offseason and post-retirement life. He has expressed a passion for , inspired by a late relative whose love for the activity led Lynn to incorporate duck and imagery into a commemorative upon returning to the Cardinals in 2024. ranks among his favored hobbies, with plans for a following his retirement announcement. Lynn is also an avid golfer, recently acquiring new PXG clubs and scheduling tee times as part of his transition to life after . Following his retirement from on April 1, 2025, after 13 seasons, Lynn has focused on family-oriented activities while keeping future involvement in open-ended. He has teased potential roles tied to the sport but, as of November 2025, has made no formal commitments to broadcasting or media positions.

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