Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Baseball Pitcher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/08/1993 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | DeLand, FL |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Luke Weaver
04/09/2026
Weaver dealt with a severe case of poison ivy that affected his lower body while with Pittsburgh. The issue was notable enough to be reported as a health update during the 2026 season.
03/08/2026
The New York Mets traded Luke Weaver to the Pittsburgh Pirates at the 2026 deadline in exchange for prospect Sammy Stafura and cash considerations. Pittsburgh added him to strengthen its bullpen, while the Mets retained part of his contract to facilitate the deal.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Luke Allen Weaver |
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| Nickname | Dream |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'2" |
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| Weight | 180-183 lbs |
| Bats/Throws | Right/Right |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Olivia |
Family
| Wife | Olivia |
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| Children | 1 child |
| Siblings | Middle of three boys |
Career
| Teams Played For |
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| Draft | 2014 MLB Draft, St. Louis Cardinals, 1st Round, 27th Overall |
| MLB Debut | 13/08/2016 |
| College Baseball | Florida State Seminoles (2012-2014) |
| Current Team | Pittsburgh Pirates |
| Contract | 2-year deal worth $22 million with New York Mets (signed December 2025) |
| Jersey Number | 18 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Played collegiate summer baseball with the Brewster Whitecaps in the Cape Cod Baseball League after 2012 season. | |
| 2. ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove Award – Pitcher (2014). | |
| 3. All-ACC First Team (2014) and Second Team (2013). | |
| 4. Third Team All-American by Collegiate Baseball (2014). | |
| 5. Became Yankees' closer in 2024, including World Series. |
