Jordan Weems

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1+13 innings. [12] On August 12, Weems was removed from the 40–man roster and sent outright to the Triple–A Reno Aces. [13]

Washington Nationals

On February 27, 2022, Weems signed a minor league contract with the Washington Nationals that included an invitation to spring training. On May 31, Washington selected his contract to the active roster. [14] Weems made a career-high 32 appearances for Washington, working to an 0–1 record and 5.22 ERA with 41 strikeouts in 39+23 innings pitched.

Weems was optioned to the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings to begin the 2023 season. [15] He made 51 appearances out of the bullpen for Washington, compiling a 5–1 record and 3.62 ERA with 60 strikeouts across 54+23 innings pitched.

Weems made 41 appearances for Washington in 2024, struggling to a 6.70 ERA with 35 strikeouts across 41+23 innings pitched. On August 13, 2024, Weems was designated for assignment by the Nationals. [16] He cleared waivers and was sent outright to Rochester on August 16. [17] Weems elected free agency on October 1. [18]

Atlanta Braves

On December 17, 2024, Weems signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves. [19]

Personal life

Weems father, Rick, was a Minor League catcher in the St Louis Cardinals organization from 1980-1982. [20]

On February 9, 2024, Weems and his girlfriend, Melody, got engaged. [21]

References

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  17. "Nationals Outright Jordan Weems". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
  18. https://www.milb.com/transactions/2024-10-01
  19. "Braves, Jordan Weems Agree To Minor League Deal". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 17, 2024.
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Jordan Weems
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Weems with the Nationals in 2023
Atlanta Braves – No. 84
Pitcher
Born: (1992-11-07) November 7, 1992 (age 32)
Columbus, Georgia, U.S.
Bats: Left
Throws: Right
MLB debut
July 28, 2020, for the Oakland Athletics