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Ferguson's Career Defined by Resilience
19 Dec
Summary
- Made 70 appearances, his career high, last season.
- Struggled with strikeout rate drop from 11.1 to 7.0.
- Underwent Tommy John surgery twice in his career.

A 29-year-old pitcher has showcased remarkable resilience throughout his seven-season Major League Baseball career, enduring two Tommy John surgeries. Last year, he achieved a personal best by appearing in 70 games for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Seattle Mariners.
Despite a notable drop in his strikeout rate, from 11.1 to 7.0 per nine innings, his overall career record stands at 24-17 with a 3.66 ERA and six saves. This consistent performance underscores his dedication to the sport.
Ferguson's journey includes overcoming significant physical challenges, having undergone Tommy John surgery in 2014 and again in September 2020. His tenacity is further highlighted by his perfect record in his first 10 postseason appearances without allowing a hit.




