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Luke Allen Weaver (born August 21, 1993) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the New York Mets of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the St. Louis Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, Kansas City Royals, Cincinnati Reds, Seattle Mariners, and New York Yankees.

Key Information

Weaver attended Florida State University, where he played college baseball for the Florida State Seminoles. The Cardinals selected him in the first round of the 2014 MLB draft, and he made his MLB debut in 2016. He was traded to the Diamondbacks after the 2018 season and moved to the bullpen in 2022. He struggled as a starting pitcher, resulting in being released midseason by the Royals, Reds, and Mariners. Weaver pitched with the Yankees as a relief pitcher.

Early life and career

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Weaver grew up a fan of the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball (MLB).[1] He graduated from DeLand High School in DeLand, Florida, in 2011.[2] He was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 19th round of the 2011 MLB draft, but did not sign, choosing to go to college.[3]

Weaver pitching for the Florida State Seminoles in 2014

Weaver attended Florida State University and played college baseball for the Florida State Seminoles from 2012 to 2014.[4][5][6] After the 2012 season, he played collegiate summer baseball with the Brewster Whitecaps of the Cape Cod Baseball League.[7] As a sophomore in 2013, he had a 7–2 win–loss record with a 2.29 earned run average (ERA) in 17 games (15 starts). In 2014, as a junior, he was 8–4 with a 2.62 ERA in 16 starts.[8]

Professional career

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St. Louis Cardinals

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The St. Louis Cardinals selected Weaver in the first round with the 27th overall pick of the 2014 Major League Baseball draft.[9][10] He signed with the Cardinals on June 16[11] and made his professional debut for the GCL Cardinals. He was promoted to the Palm Beach Cardinals on August 1. In six starts between the two teams, he was 0–1 with a 7.71 ERA and 2.04 WHIP.

Weaver spent 2015 with Palm Beach. He earned the Cardinals July Pitcher of the Month Award after compiling a 3–1 record and an 0.94 ERA in 28+1⁄3 innings pitched (IP) in five starts. He also struck out 27 and walked only two during the month.[12] Baseball America selected Weaver for the high Class-A minor leagues All-Star team for the 2015 season,[13] In 19 total starts for Palm Beach in 2015, he pitched to an 8–5 record and 1.62 ERA.

Baseball America ranked Weaver as the Cardinals' fourth-best prospect prior to the 2016 season.[14] He did not make his 2016 debut for the Springfield Cardinals until June 4 because of a fractured left wrist sustained while running down fly balls during batting practice in spring training. In their updated mid-season ranking, Baseball America rated Weaver in the top-100 for the first time, at 75th.[15] After posting a 1.40 ERA with 88 strikeouts in 77 innings pitched with Springfield, the Cardinals promoted Weaver to the Memphis Redbirds on August 3.[16]

On August 13, 2016, the Cardinals called Weaver up from Memphis to make his major league debut and start in place of injured starter Michael Wacha against the Chicago Cubs.[17] He struck out his first major league opponent, Dexter Fowler. Weaver pitched four innings, giving up two runs, four hits, three walks and three strikeouts for no decision in an eventual 8–4 win.[18] Weaver spent the remainder of the season with St. Louis. After the season, MLB Pipeline named him the Cardinals 2016 Minor League Pitcher of the Year due to his success with the Springfield Cardinals, where he posted a 6–3 record and 1.40 ERA with 88 strikeouts in 77 innings pitched.[19] The Cardinals also named Weaver their 2016 Minor League Pitcher of the Year. In nine games (eight starts) for St. Louis, he pitched to a 1–4 record and 5.70 ERA.

Weaver began his 2017 season back in Memphis, where he earned the title of Pacific Coast League Player of the Month after posting a 2.19 ERA in 37 innings for the month of May. He was recalled and optioned multiple times during the season before he was recalled for the remainder of the season on August 17. In 15 starts for Memphis, Weaver compiled a 10–2 record and 2.55 ERA and in 13 games (ten starts) for the Cardinals he pitched to a 7–2 record and 3.88 ERA.[20]

Weaver began 2018 with St. Louis as a member of their starting rotation, but was moved to the bullpen in mid-August after compiling a 6–11 record with a 4.67 ERA in 24 starts.[21] He finished the 2018 season with a 7–11 record, a 4.95 ERA, and a 1.50 WHIP in 30 games (25 starts).[22]

Arizona Diamondbacks

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On December 5, 2018, the Cardinals traded Weaver, Carson Kelly, Andy Young, and a draft pick to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for Paul Goldschmidt.[23][24] He appeared in just 12 games in 2019, producing a 2.94 ERA with 69 strikeouts in 64+1⁄3 innings.[25]

On March 31, 2019, Weaver crushed his first major-league home run, a two-run shot off Pedro Báez.

In 2020, Weaver went 1–9 with a 6.58 ERA and 55 strikeouts over 52 innings.[26] He led the NL in losses.[27] On May 27, 2021, Weaver was placed on the 60-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.[28] On September 1, Weaver was activated from the injured list.[29] Over 13 starts for the 2021 season, Weaver went 3–6 with a 4.25 ERA.[30]

Weaver began the 2022 season as a relief pitcher,[31] but went on the injured list with elbow inflammation on April 10.[32] On May 28, the Diamondbacks shifted Weaver to the 60-day injured list retroactively.[33] He was activated on June 12.[34] In 2022 with Arizona, he was 1-1 with a 7.71 ERA in 12 games.[35]

Kansas City Royals

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On August 1, 2022, the Diamondbacks traded Weaver to the Kansas City Royals for infielder Emmanuel Rivera.[36] With the Royals in 2022, he was 0-0 with a 5.59 ERA in 14 games.[35]

On October 26, 2022, the Seattle Mariners claimed Weaver from the Royals off of waivers.[37] On November 18, he was non-tendered and became a free agent.[38]

Cincinnati Reds

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On January 13, 2023, Weaver signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Cincinnati Reds.[39] In 21 starts for Cincinnati, he struggled to a 6.87 ERA with 24 home runs and 85 strikeouts in 97 innings pitched. On August 16, Weaver was designated for assignment by the Reds.[40] He was released by Cincinnati on August 18.[41]

Seattle Mariners

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On August 22, 2023, Weaver signed a one-year major league contract with the Seattle Mariners.[42] In 5 appearances for Seattle, he logged a 6.08 ERA with eight strikeouts in 13+1⁄3 innings. On September 10, Weaver was designated for assignment by the Mariners.[43]

New York Yankees

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On September 12, 2023, the New York Yankees claimed Weaver off of waivers.[44] He made three starts, pitching to a 3.38 ERA and 16 strikeouts in 13+2⁄3 innings. He became a free agent following the season and the Yankees signed him to a one-year contract with a $2.5 million club option for 2025 on January 19, 2024.[45]

For the 2024 season, Weaver pitched as a reliever. Beginning in September, Weaver served as the Yankees' closer following struggles from Clay Holmes.[46] On September 6, he earned his first career save, pitching a scoreless ninth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.[47] Weaver converted all four of his save chances in September, producing 25 strikeouts over 12 innings and holding opposing hitters to a .438 OPS during the month.[48] In 84 innings pitched, Weaver had a 2.89 ERA and 103 strikeouts compared to just 26 walks.[49]

Weaver remained the Yankees' closer to begin their postseason run. In the 2024 ALDS, Weaver saved all three wins against the Royals, striking out five and allowing no runs in four innings.[50] Weaver blew his first career save in Game 3 of the ALCS against the Cleveland Guardians, but he rebounded in Game 5, pitching two scoreless innings and earning the win as the Yankees advanced to the 2024 World Series.[51] In November 2024, the Yankees exercised the club option on Weaver's contract.[52] Since 2024, Weaver's entrance song at home games has been "Dream Weaver" by Gary Wright.[53]

During the offseason, the Yankees traded for Devin Williams, who became the team's closer.[54] On April 27, manager Aaron Boone announced that Williams was being demoted, and Weaver returned to the role.[55] He strained his hamstring while warming up on June 1 and was placed two days later on the injured list.[56] In 64 appearances for New York, Weaver logged a 3.62 ERA with 72 strikeouts and eight saves over 64+2⁄3 innings pitched.

New York Mets

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On December 22, 2025, Weaver signed a two-year, $22 million contract with the New York Mets.[57]

Personal life

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Weaver is married to Olivia Weaver.[58] They welcomed their first child, a daughter, in October 2019.[59] Weaver is a Christian.[60][61]

References

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Luke Weaver is an American professional baseball pitcher known for his versatile career in Major League Baseball, where he has transitioned from a starting pitcher to a successful high-leverage reliever across multiple teams. Born on August 21, 1993, in DeLand, Florida, he was selected in the first round of the 2014 MLB Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals after playing college baseball at Florida State University. Weaver made his MLB debut with the Cardinals in 2016 and later pitched for the Arizona Diamondbacks, where he enjoyed a strong period as a starter, as well as brief stints with the Kansas City Royals, Seattle Mariners, and Cincinnati Reds. His career gained renewed momentum with the New York Yankees, where he excelled in a full-time relief role and contributed significantly to their postseason efforts. Following that success, he signed a multi-year contract with the New York Mets, continuing his role as a key bullpen arm.

Early life

Birth and background

Luke Weaver was born on August 21, 1993, in DeLand, Florida, United States. He holds American nationality by birth. DeLand is a city in central Florida, serving as his birthplace and early origin.

Path to professional baseball

Weaver attended DeLand High School in DeLand, Florida. He was selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 19th round of the 2011 MLB Draft but did not sign. He then attended Florida State University, where he played college baseball for the Florida State Seminoles. In 2014, he was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the first round (27th overall) of the MLB Draft and signed on June 16, 2014.

Career

Amateur career

Luke Weaver attended DeLand High School in Florida, where he was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 19th round of the 2011 MLB Draft but did not sign. He then played college baseball at Florida State University from 2012 to 2014. In 2014, as a junior, he went 8–4 with a 2.62 ERA in 16 starts. He was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the first round (27th overall) of the 2014 MLB Draft.

Professional career

St. Louis Cardinals (2016–2018)

Weaver made his MLB debut on August 13, 2016, for the Cardinals. He pitched primarily as a starter during his time in St. Louis, appearing in 52 games (43 starts) with a 4.95 ERA overall.

Arizona Diamondbacks (2019–2022)

In December 2018, Weaver was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks as part of the deal for Paul Goldschmidt. He had a strong 2019 season, posting a 2.94 ERA in 12 starts. His performance declined in subsequent years, and he transitioned toward relief work in 2022 before being traded to the Kansas City Royals in August 2022.

Journeyman phase (2022–2023)

After brief stints with the Royals and Seattle Mariners in 2022, Weaver signed with the Cincinnati Reds for 2023 but was released mid-season. He later rejoined the Mariners before being claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees in September 2023.

New York Yankees (2023–2025)

With the Yankees, Weaver transitioned to a full-time relief role starting in 2024. He excelled in high-leverage situations, posting a 2.89 ERA over 62 appearances in 2024 with a strong postseason performance (1.76 ERA in 15.1 innings). In 2025, he recorded a 3.62 ERA in 64 relief appearances with 8 saves before becoming a free agent.

New York Mets (2026–present)

In December 2025, Weaver signed a two-year, $22 million contract with the New York Mets, where he continues as a key bullpen arm.

Personal life

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