Jameson Taillon

MLB player, Free Agent[59]

What is Jameson Taillon known for?

Jameson Lee Taillon, a notable alum of The Woodlands High School, Texas, is a acclaimed professional baseball player known for his Major League Baseball (MLB) career. Born on November 18, 1991 in Lakeland, Florida, US, Taillon has caught the eyes of baseball enthusiasts with his exceptional skills on the field.

His impressive high school career included a commendable 22-6 win-loss record. In his senior year itself, Taillon showcased his capabilities by putting up an 8-1 record and delivering a 19-strikeout no-hitter against the rival Conroe High School on March 23, 2010.

In his professional career, Taillon was chosen as the second overall pick in the 2010 MLB draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates. He officially debuted in MLB in 2016. Following an impressive stint with the Pirates between 2016 and 2019, he was traded to the New York Yankees before the 2021 season. He continued to contribute to the Yankees' success until 2022, following which he signed with the Chicago Cubs and as of 2023, is currently associated with the team.

In his MLB career until the 2023 season, Taillon has achieved a win-loss record of 59-45, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.00 and has struck out 850 batters. These statistics reflect his consistent performance and the valuable contributions he has made to all the teams he has played for.

Even prior to the 2010 MLB draft, Taillon was regarded highly by baseball analysts. Publications like Fangraphs and Baseball America compared him to noteworthy pitchers like Josh Beckett and Stephen Strasburg. Consequently, he was chosen by the Pittsburgh Pirates as the second overall selection in the draft. Over the years, he has not only lived up to these expectations, but has established himself as one of the prominent pitchers in MLB.