Jacob Bosiokovic

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41+23 innings pitched. [6]

St. Louis Cardinals

On December 12, 2019, Bosiokovic was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the minor league phase of the Rule 5 draft. [7] He did not play in a game in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic. [8]

Bosiokovic split 2021 between the Double–A Springfield Cardinals and Triple–A Memphis Redbirds. In 38 games for the two affiliates, he accumulated a 7–3 record and 3.97 ERA with 82 strikeouts and 7 saves. [9] Bosiokovic returned to Memphis in 2022, making 15 relief appearances and posting a 5.27 ERA with 13 strikeouts and 3 saves across 13+23 innings of work. [10] He elected free agency following the season on November 10, 2022. [11]

Charleston Dirty Birds

On April 13, 2023, Bosiokovic signed with the Charleston Dirty Birds of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. [12] In 44 games for the Dirty Birds, he compiled a 4–4 record and 3.35 ERA with 58 strikeouts across 43 innings. Bosiokovic became a free agent following the season.

St. Louis Cardinals (second stint)

On February 9, 2024, Bosiokovic signed a minor league contract to return to the St. Louis Cardinals organization. [13] He began the year with the Triple–A Memphis Redbirds, and recorded a 3.00 ERA with 38 strikeouts in 25 games. On June 30, 2024, Bosiokovic was selected to the 40-man roster and promoted to the major leagues for the first time. [14] He went unused out of the bullpen and was optioned back to Memphis on July 5, becoming a phantom ballplayer. [15] Bosiokovic was designated for assignment following the promotion of Michael McGreevy on July 31. [16] He cleared waivers and was sent outright to Memphis on August 2. [17] Bosiokovic was released by the Cardinals organization on September 26. [18]

Minnesota Twins

On January 17, 2025, Bosiokovic signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins. [19]

See also

References

  1. Emerine, Brad (June 22, 2012). "Bosiokovic prepping for OSU". The Columbus Dispatch. Retrieved June 30, 2024.
  2. Emerine, Brad (June 17, 2016). "Bosiokovic drafted by Rockies". The Columbus Dispatch. Retrieved June 30, 2024.
  3. "Jacob Bosiokovic - Stats - Batting". fangraphs.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  4. "Jacob Bosiokovic's Long-Awaited Debut is on the Way". vivaelbirdos.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  5. "Former Delaware Hayes, Ohio State baseball player Jacob Bosiokovic called up to St. Louis Cardinals". dispatch.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  6. "Jacob Bosiokovic - Stats - Pitching". fangraphs.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  7. "From first base to pitching: meet Jacob Bosiokovic". Viva El Birdos. September 9, 2021. Retrieved June 30, 2024.
  8. "2020 Minor League Baseball season cancelled". mlb.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  9. "Jacob Bosiokovic Stats & Scouting Report". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  10. "Jacob Bosiokovic - Baseball Stats". thebaseballcube.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  11. "2022-23 Minor League Free Agents For All 30 MLB Teams". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  12. "Jacob Bosiokovic Stats, Age, Position, Height, Weight, Fantasy & News". Minor League Baseball . Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  13. "Cardinals Sign Hurler After Year Away From St. Louis To Add More Pitching Depth". si.com. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  14. "Cardinals select RHP Jacob Bosiokovic from Triple-A Memphis". MLB.com. Retrieved June 30, 2024.
  15. "Cardinals' Jacob Bosiokovic: Sent back to minors". cbssports.com. July 5, 2024.
  16. "Cardinals promote Michael McGreevy, place Lance Lynn on IL". ESPN.com. July 31, 2024. Retrieved July 31, 2024.
  17. https://www.mlb.com/transactions/2024/08/02
  18. Minor League Baseball
  19. "Report: Twins sign minor league reliever Jacob Bosiokovic after workout". si.com. Retrieved January 27, 2025.
Jacob Bosiokovic
Minnesota Twins
Pitcher
Born: (1993-12-21) December 21, 1993 (age 31)
Delaware, Ohio, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right