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Rookie reliever's whirlwind journey to the majors
3 Jun
Summary
- McCambley's major league debut occurred with the Reds on Tuesday.
- He was traded to the Reds from the Marlins on May 21.
- McCambley improved his ERA to 2.37 over 30 1/3 innings in Triple-A.
Zach McCambley, a relief pitcher, officially made his Major League debut with the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in a year filled with significant changes. McCambley's journey began with the Marlins, who drafted him in 2020. He was later selected by the Phillies in the Rule 5 Draft in December, participating in their spring training before returning to Miami's Triple-A club.
On May 21, the Marlins traded McCambley to the Reds for outfielder Rece Hinds. After a brief stint with Louisville, his contract was selected by Cincinnati. This transition involved his family, who were overjoyed to witness his debut. McCambley's parents, Mike and Kim, along with twelve other family members, traveled to Great American Ball Park to support him.
McCambley showcased improved performance in Triple-A this season, posting a 2.37 ERA and 1.19 WHIP across 30 1/3 innings for two organizations. This success is attributed to his aggressive approach in the strike zone. The Reds' bullpen has been seeking dependable arms due to injuries and performance issues, with their pitchers recording a 5.00 ERA and leading MLB with 142 walks.
