The Rangers promoted Pelham to the major leagues for the first time on September 4, 2018.[9] Pelham posted a 0–0 record, 7.04 ERA, 7 strikeouts, and 7+2⁄3 innings in 10 major league games. Following the 2018 season, Pelham played for the Surprise Saguaros of the Arizona Fall League.[10] In 2019, Pelham split the season between Frisco and the Nashville Sounds of the Triple-APacific Coast League,[11] combining to go 1–4 with a 11.97 ERA over 32+1⁄3 innings. Pelham was designated for assignment on November 20, 2019.[12]
Chicago Cubs
On November 27, 2019, the Chicago Cubs claimed Pelham from the Rangers off of waivers.[13] Pelham was outrighted off of the roster on January 24, 2020. He did not play in a game in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[14] Pelham also missed the 2021 season due to an injury.
In 2022, Pelham made 29 appearances split between the Double-A Tennessee Smokies and the Triple-A Iowa Cubs, posting a cumulative 2–1 record and 4.35 ERA with 41 strikeouts and 2 saves in 41+1⁄3 innings pitched. He elected free agency following the season on November 10, 2022.[15]
San Diego Padres
On March 9, 2023, Pelham signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres organization.[16] He split the year between the rookie–level Arizona Complex League Padres, Single–A Lake Elsinore Storm, and Double–A San Antonio Missions. In 17 games between the three affiliates, Pelham recorded a 7.53 ERA with 16 strikeouts and 2 saves across 14+1⁄3 innings pitched. He elected free agency following the season on November 6.[17]
Leones de Yucatán
On March 29, 2024, Pelham signed with the Leones de Yucatán of the Mexican League.[18] In 17 appearances, Pelham posted a 2–1 record with a stellar 1.04 ERA and 18 strikeouts over 17+1⁄3 innings.
Los Angeles Angels
On May 31, 2024, Pelham's contract was purchased by the Los Angeles Angels and he was assigned to the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees.[19] In 10 appearances split between Salt Lake and the rookie–level Arizona Complex League Angels, he compiled a 1.80 ERA with 12 strikeouts across 10 innings of work. Pelham was released by the Angels organization on July 28.[20]
Athletics
On January 8, 2025, Pelham signed a minor league contract with the Athletics.[21] He elected free agency on November 6.[22]
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