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Patrick James Light (born March 29, 1991) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins.

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Amateur career

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Pat Light attended Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) in Lincroft, New Jersey, where he became one of the most dominant high school pitchers in the state. Over the course of his career at CBA, Light posted a perfect 20–0 record with a 1.52 earned run average (ERA), the best career mark in Shore Conference history.[1]

As a senior in 2009, Light led CBA to the NJSIAA Non-Public A state championship, throwing a complete-game 4–1 victory in the title game against Don Bosco Preparatory High School.[2] He also helped CBA win two Class A North division titles during his time there. Light earned two First Team All-Shore selections and was named Third Team All-State by The Star-Ledger in his senior season.

The Minnesota Twins selected Light in the 28th round of the 2009 Major League Baseball draft, but he opted to attend Monmouth University, where he pitched from 2010 to 2012. He compiled a 14–14 record, 3.84 ERA, and 196 strikeouts across 39 appearances. He was ranked #53 on Baseball America’s preseason Top 100 list of 2012 draft prospects.[3]

In summer 2010, Light was named an All-Star in the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) while pitching for the Newport Gulls. In 2011, he played for the Chatham Anglers of the Cape Cod Baseball League.[4]

Professional career

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Boston Red Sox

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The Boston Red Sox selected Light in the first round (37th overall) of the 2012 MLB draft.[5] Light made his professional debut in 2012 with the Short-Season A Lowell Spinners, where he posted a 0–2 record with a 2.37 ERA in 12 starts, allowing eight runs (seven earned) on 27 hits and five walks, while striking out 30 in 30+1⁄3 innings of work. He then joined the Low A Greenville Drive in 2013, but suffered a partial tear in his right hamstring that was initially misdiagnosed before all-but-ending his season in early June. He returned in late August for a rehab assignment with the GCL Red Sox, where he pitched six innings of shutout ball in three appearances. Being limited to 28+1⁄3 innings at Greenville, he went 1–4 with 28 strikeouts and an ERA of 8.06.[5]

Light returned to Greenville in 2014 and earned a promotion to the High-A Salem Red Sox during the midseason. He went 8–6 with a 4.83 ERA in 25 starts between Greenville and Salem, striking out 76 batters while walking 37 in 132+1⁄3 innings.[5]

After making 49 starts over his first three seasons, Light was told he would be changing roles and throwing out of the bullpen when he reported to Double-A Portland Sea Dogs to open the 2015 season. With the Red Sox relief pitchers finishing last in fastball average velocity in 2014, and giving another hard-throwing prospect Matt Barnes a chance as a reliever, the organization decided to increase velocity out of the bullpen more than it had before.[6]

Light delivered a solid start to his 2015 season after being moved to the bullpen. He regularly reached 94–96 mph with his heavy fastball, reportedly touched 100 mph at times, and reintroduced a splitter, which he had used successfully before being drafted in 2012.[5] As a result, Light went 1–1 with a 2.43 ERA and three saves in 21 games at Double-A Portland, allowing 11 walks and striking out 32 in 29+2⁄3 innings, while holding opponents to a .168 batting average. He then earned a promotion to the Triple-A Pawtucket Red Sox in the month of June. Light was 3–5 with five saves and a 3.88 ERA in the two stints, totaling 62+2⁄3 innings pitched to go with 67 strikeouts and 37 walks.[5]

Light opened 2016 at Pawtucket. He was promoted to the Boston Red Sox on April 24.[7] After giving up six runs, including two home runs, in a July 2 game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, he was demoted back to Pawtucket.

Minnesota Twins

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On August 1, 2016, the Boston Red Sox traded Pat Light to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for veteran left-handed reliever Fernando Abad.[8] Light made his debut with the Twins on August 7, 2016, pitching two innings against the Tampa Bay Rays and allowing two earned runs. He appeared in a total of 15 games for Minnesota during the 2016 season, posting a 5.94 ERA and 16 strikeouts across 16.2 innings.

Despite his high-velocity fastball, Light struggled with command and consistency during his stint in the majors. On February 6, 2017, he was designated for assignment by the Twins to make room on the 40-man roster for infielder Ehire Adrianza.[9]

Pittsburgh Pirates

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Three days later, on February 9, 2017, Light was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for cash considerations or a player to be named later.[10] He was assigned to the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians, where he pitched in 18 games and recorded a 3.76 ERA with 20 strikeouts over 26.1 innings.

However, his control issues persisted, leading to his designation for assignment by the Pirates on June 10, 2017.[11]

Seattle Mariners

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On June 17, 2017, Light was claimed off waivers by the Seattle Mariners and assigned to the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers. He appeared in 11 games for Tacoma, recording a 5.68 ERA. Despite flashes of potential, his struggles with command and effectiveness against left-handed hitters limited his progress.

Light was released by the Mariners organization on April 19, 2018, effectively ending his affiliated professional baseball career.[12]

Player profile

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Pat Light was known for his power arm and imposing presence on the mound, standing 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 220 pounds. His primary weapon was a heavy four-seam fastball that consistently ranged from 99–104 mph (159–167 km/h), and at times touched as high as 108 mph (174 km/h) on radar guns during workouts and professional scouting showcases.[13]

His fastball featured good riding action and late life, making it difficult for batters to square up. Complementing his fastball, Light had a developing slider in the high 80s and a split-finger fastball that served as his main off-speed pitch. Scouts noted the split-finger as an emerging out pitch, particularly effective against left-handed hitters.[14]

Though initially used as a starter at Monmouth, Light was widely projected to transition to a bullpen role in professional baseball. Analysts believed his high-velocity arsenal, paired with occasional command issues and effort in his delivery, made him an ideal candidate for a late-inning reliever role—either as a setup man or potential closer.[15]

His ability to generate strikeouts in short bursts and intimidate hitters with raw velocity earned him comparisons to hard-throwing relievers like Craig Kimbrel and Trevor Rosenthal in his minor league evaluations.

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Patrick James Light (born March 29, 1991) is an American former professional baseball pitcher and entrepreneur who briefly appeared in (MLB) during the 2016 season for the Boston Red Sox and . Drafted by the Red Sox in the compensatory first round (37th overall) of the 2012 MLB Draft out of after being selected by the in the 28th round of the 2009 MLB Draft but not signing, Light spent four seasons in the minors before making his MLB debut on April 26, 2016, against the , where he recorded a 0-1 record with a 11.34 ERA and 16 strikeouts over 17 appearances and 16.2 innings pitched that year. After being traded to the Twins midseason and later moving through the organizations of the and Mariners without returning to the majors, Light was released by the Mariners in April 2018, effectively ending his playing career. Light's transition to business came swiftly after baseball; in 2019, he founded The Light Group (TLG), a Hoboken, New Jersey-based hospitality and lifestyle company that operates a portfolio of bars and restaurants, including popular venues like Texas Arizona and River Street Garage, emphasizing curated dining and entertainment experiences. A native of Colts Neck, New Jersey, Light excelled in amateur baseball at Christian Brothers Academy, where he posted a perfect 20-0 record, before starring at Monmouth University with an 8-3 record and 2.40 ERA in his senior year, earning him the high draft selection. His entrepreneurial pivot has been marked by rapid growth, with TLG expanding to multiple locations in the New York metropolitan area by 2025, blending his athletic background with a focus on community-oriented hospitality.

Amateur career

High school career

Pat Light attended Christian Brothers Academy in , where he established himself as a dominant right-handed over four seasons. Throughout his high school career, Light achieved a perfect 20–0 record with a 1.52 , a mark that set the Shore Conference record for the best career . His performance highlighted his command and effectiveness, contributing significantly to the team's success in the competitive Non-Public A division. As a senior in , Light led Christian Brothers Academy to its first NJSIAA Non-Public A state championship, defeating Delbarton 8–5 in at the title game in Toms River. He started on the mound, helping to set the tone for the victory that ended a string of five consecutive final losses for the program. Light's high school accomplishments drew professional interest, as the selected him in the 28th round of the 2009 MLB Draft, though he chose to pursue at .

College career

Light enrolled at in 2010, where he played for the as a right-handed over three seasons. As a freshman in 2010, Light posted a 2–6 record with a 6.15 , appearing in 11 games with 10 starts and recording 33 strikeouts over 57.1 . That summer, he played for the in the (NECBL), where he was selected as an . In his year of 2011, Light improved to a 4–5 record and 4.07 , making 14 appearances with 13 starts and striking out 61 batters in 75.2 . He spent the following summer with the of the (CCBL), where he went 0–5 with a 3.77 in 12 games, allowing 13 earned runs over 31 while fanning 24. Light's junior season in marked a breakout year, as he achieved an 8–3 record with a 2.40 in 14 starts, setting a school record with 102 strikeouts in 101.1 . For his performance, he earned the New Jersey Collegiate Baseball Association (NJCBA) Pitcher of the Year award, All-Northeast First honors, All-Tournament selection, and a spot on the watch list. Over his three collegiate seasons, Light compiled a 14–14 record with a 3.84 ERA, 196 strikeouts in 39 games (37 starts) across 234.1 innings pitched. Entering the 2012 MLB Draft, he was ranked as the No. 53 overall prospect by Baseball America. The Boston Red Sox selected him in the first round, 37th overall, making him the highest draft pick in Monmouth University history.

Professional career

Boston Red Sox

Pat Light was selected by the Boston Red Sox with the 37th overall pick in the out of and signed with the team on June 15, 2012, for a of $1,000,000. He began his professional career as a , assigned to the short-season Class A , where he posted a 0–2 record with a 2.37 ERA over 12 appearances and 30.1 . In 2013, Light split time between the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Red Sox and the Class A , recording a combined 1–4 mark with an 8.89 in 34.1 innings across 13 starts. The following year, 2014, he returned to Greenville briefly before spending the bulk of the season with the High Class A Salem Red Sox, transitioning toward more consistent outings as a starter; he finished 8–6 with a 4.83 in 25 games (24 starts), allowing 37 walks while striking out 76 in 132.1 innings. By 2015, Light fully converted to a role, which boosted his from the low-90s mph to 94–97 mph, occasionally touching 100 mph. He excelled at the Double-A , going 1–1 with a 2.43 and three saves in 21 appearances (29.2 innings), striking out 32 and walking 11, before a promotion to Triple-A . Light made his debut with the Red Sox on April 26, 2016, against the , pitching one inning in and allowing two runs. He appeared in two total for that season prior to the deadline, logging 2.2 innings with no record, seven hits, seven earned runs, and a 23.63 . On August 1, 2016, the Red Sox traded Light to the in exchange for .

Minnesota Twins

On August 1, 2016, the Minnesota Twins acquired Pat Light from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for left-handed reliever Fernando Abad. Following the trade, Light was optioned to the Twins' Triple-A affiliate, the Rochester Red Wings, where he appeared in six games and recorded a 2.57 ERA over 7 innings pitched with 6 strikeouts and 2 walks. He was recalled to the majors on August 21 and made his Twins debut on August 23 against the Detroit Tigers. Light spent the remainder of the 2016 season in the Twins , appearing in 15 total games and pitching 14 innings with a 0–1 record, 9.00 , and 14 strikeouts. His performance was marked by control issues, as he issued 15 walks in those outings, contributing to a of 2.14. Light's final major league appearance came on September 30, 2016, against the , where he pitched 1.2 scoreless innings with 1 strikeout. On February 6, 2017, the Twins designated Light for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster after claiming Ehire Adrianza off waivers.

Pittsburgh Pirates

On February 9, 2017, the acquired right-handed pitcher Pat Light from the in exchange for cash considerations, following his designation for assignment by the Twins three days earlier. Light was added to ' 40-man roster and optioned to their Triple-A affiliate, the , on March 20, 2017. In 22 relief appearances for that season, he pitched 26.1 innings, allowing 25 hits and 11 earned runs for a 3.76 while recording 20 strikeouts and nine walks. Light did not appear in any Major League games during his time with the Pirates organization. On June 10, 2017, the Pirates designated Light for assignment to clear a spot on their 40-man roster for another player.

Seattle Mariners

On June 17, 2017, the Seattle Mariners claimed Pat Light off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates following his designation for assignment, and he was assigned to the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers. On June 28, 2017, Light was outrighted to Tacoma after being removed from the Mariners' 40-man roster. In 2017, Light made 20 relief appearances for the Rainiers, posting a 1–2 record with a 5.34 over 28⅔ , during which he allowed 28 , 19 walks, and 14 strikeouts while surrendering two home runs. His performance reflected ongoing control issues, as evidenced by his 1.64 in the hitter-friendly . Light returned to the Rainiers for the 2018 season on a minor league contract and was part of their roster. However, he struggled early, appearing in just three games with a 24.00 over three , issuing eight walks against two strikeouts and allowing seven . On April 17, 2018, the Mariners released Light from Triple-A Tacoma, marking the end of his affiliated career.

Post-playing career

Broadcasting

Pat Light began co-hosting the Section 10 Podcast in 2015 alongside Jared Carrabis and Coley Mick, while still active in professional baseball. The podcast delivers unfiltered analysis of the Boston Red Sox, blending sharp commentary, humor, and direct fan engagement through voicemails and social media interactions; it is distributed across major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Boasting a 4.7 out of 5 rating on from over 2,500 reviews, the show features episodes on in-game breakdowns, trade rumors, roster moves, and off-field developments like front-office decisions. Light brought unique value through his firsthand MLB perspective, conducting interviews with players and insiders while offering live reactions to key moments, as seen in 2022 episodes dissecting the Sox's midseason slump and playoff push. In early 2023, Light stepped back from regular involvement amid other commitments, and the original podcast concluded around that time. A revived version of Section 10 launched in March 2024 with a new regular host lineup excluding Light, and Light has not made recurring guest appearances as of November 2025. The revived podcast has maintained regular weekly episodes into 2025, covering the team's ongoing campaigns.

Business ventures

After retiring from professional baseball in 2018, Pat Light transitioned into entrepreneurship by founding The Light Group (TLG), a Hoboken, New Jersey-based hospitality firm focused on curating distinctive dining, nightlife, and lifestyle experiences. As CEO, Light leverages his extensive network from his MLB career—particularly connections from the Boston Red Sox organization—to identify and acquire established venues, emphasizing efficient operations and vibrant event programming to enhance customer engagement. TLG's portfolio includes popular spots such as Texas Arizona, a high-energy bar and grill; Green Rock Tap & Grill, known for its casual dining; and The Waiting Room, a speakeasy-style lounge, all designed to foster community gatherings and themed events like live music nights and seasonal festivals. Light's philosophy centers on scaling profitable operations through targeted investments and partnerships, often starting with hands-on involvement to build industry expertise. For instance, he initially invested in and worked at a local restaurant, Suku, to gain practical knowledge before expanding TLG's reach. In a September 2025 interview on The Profitable Table , Light detailed this , recounting how his athlete's discipline and team-building skills translated into managing teams, while highlighting partnerships with figures like co-owner Danny Gray to drive growth in New Jersey's competitive market. A key initiative under TLG is the "Hop On Over to Hoboken" campaign, which promotes the city's venues through large-scale events, such as a July 4th celebration that drew over 30,000 visitors, boosting local economic impact and brand visibility. In October 2025, Light discussed his career pivot from baseball to hospitality in an interview on Your New Jersey, emphasizing TLG's role in Hoboken's vibrant scene. As of November 2025, TLG venues are booking private holiday parties for the season, continuing to highlight community-oriented events. Light's ventures complement his broadcasting work by providing real-world insights into sports-adjacent business dynamics, such as athlete endorsements and event sponsorships, which he occasionally references in media appearances to illustrate industry trends. Under his leadership, TLG has reportedly doubled profits in recent years by prioritizing staff development and innovative marketing, positioning the group as a leader in regional hospitality innovation.

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