Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball pitcher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 11/07/1989 |
| Age | 37 years |
| Birthplace | Smyrna, Tennessee, USA |
Latest News about Sonny Gray
The St. Louis Cardinals traded Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox in a separate deal, acquiring pitchers Brandon Clarke and Richard Fitts in return. The trade, valued at approximately $21 million for Gray with the Cardinals covering $20 million of his salary, signals a strategic shift for the franchise as they restructure their roster.
Gray stated he would reconsider his future with the St. Louis Cardinals after achieving 200 strikeouts for the second time in the 2025 season, concluding with seven strikeouts against the San Francisco Giants. He emphasized his desire to win and expressed uncertainty about remaining with the team beyond the current contract.
Sonny Gray was placed on the 15-day injured list by the St. Louis Cardinals due to right forearm flexor tendinitis. He had pitched through soreness in his previous start and was sidelined for the remainder of the season, ending a strong campaign where he achieved 200 strikeouts for the second time in his career.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Sonny Douglas Gray |
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| Nickname | Pickles |
| Current Team | Boston Red Sox |
| MLB Debut | 10/07/2013 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
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| Weight | 190 lbs |
| Batting Hand | Right |
| Throwing Hand | Right |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Vanderbilt University |
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Personal Life
| Spouse | Not publicly disclosed |
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| Children | Not publicly disclosed |
Career
| Draft | 2011 MLB Draft, 1st round, 18th overall by the Oakland Athletics |
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| Contract Details | 3-year, $75 million deal with St. Louis Cardinals (2024), later traded to Boston Red Sox (2026) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He played college baseball for the Vanderbilt Commodores. | |
| 2. He stayed close to home to attend Vanderbilt University. | |
| 3. He has been active in MLB Players Association matters and was engaged in the 2022 CBA negotiations. | |
| 4. He achieved 200 strikeouts in the 2025 season, marking his second time reaching that milestone. |