Drew Gagnon

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2⁄3 innings and hit a sacrifice fly. [13] Coincidentally, the starting pitcher for the Phillies in that game was Enyel De Los Santos, who was also making his Major League debut and earned the win for New York.

Gagnon was designated for assignment by the Mets on November 20, 2019, in order for him to pursue an opportunity in Korea. [14]

Kia Tigers

On December 10, 2019, Gagnon signed a one-year, $850,000 deal with the Kia Tigers of the KBO League. [15] He became a free agent following the season.

Wei Chuan Dragons

On December 26, 2020, Gagnon signed with the Wei Chuan Dragons of the Chinese Professional Baseball League for the 2021 season. [16] On April 8, 2021, Gagnon made his CPBL debut.

In 2023, Gagnon made 30 starts for Wei Chuan, posting a 13–7 record and 3.00 ERA with 155 strikeouts across 183 innings of work. Following the season, he was named the CPBL MVP award winner. [17]

On February 6, 2024, Gagnon re-signed with the Dragons on a two–year contract. In 21 games (20 starts) for Wei Chuan, he compiled a 10–8 record and 2.98 ERA with 87 strikeouts across 120+2⁄3 innings pitched. Following the season, Gagnon was named a CPBL Gold Glove Award winner. [18]

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Drew Gagnon
Drew Gagnon (cropped).jpg
Gagnon with the Las Vegas 51s in 2018
Wei Chuan Dragons – No. 37
Pitcher
Born: (1990-06-26) June 26, 1990 (age 34)
Columbia, California, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
Professional debut
MLB: July 10, 2018, for the New York Mets
KBO: May 8, 2020, for the Kia Tigers
CPBL: April 8, 2021, for the Wei Chuan Dragons