Jakob Junis

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15+1⁄3 innings split between the Triple–A Sacramento River Cats and rookie–level Arizona Complex League Giants, Junis accumulated a 7.04 ERA with 13 strikeouts. [25]

On January 13, 2023, Junis agreed to a one-year, $2.8 million contract with the Giants, avoiding salary arbitration. [26] He made 40 appearances for San Francisco in 2023, recording a 3.87 ERA with 96 strikeouts across 86 innings pitched. [27]

Milwaukee Brewers

On February 7, 2024, Junis signed a one-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers that contained a mutual option for a second year. [28] After one start, he was placed on the injured list with a right shoulder impingement on April 6. [29] On April 22, Junis was hospitalized after being hit in the neck with a ball during batting practice. [30] He was transferred to the 60–day injured list on May 6. [31] Junis was activated from the injured list on June 21. [32] He made 10 appearances for Milwaukee in 2024, recording a 2.42 ERA with 19 strikeouts across 26 innings pitched.

Cincinnati Reds

On July 30, 2024, the Brewers traded Junis, Joey Wiemer, and cash considerations to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for Frankie Montas. [33] He declined his share of an option for the 2025 season on November 1, 2024, and became a free agent. [34]

Personal life

Junis and his wife, Brianne, have three children together. [35] They reside in Scottsdale, Arizona. [1]

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Jakob Junis
Jake Junis 2017.jpg
Junis with the Omaha Storm Chasers in 2017
Free agent
Pitcher
Born: (1992-09-16) September 16, 1992 (age 32)
Jacksonville, Arkansas, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
MLB debut
April 12, 2017, for the Kansas City Royals