Bryan Shaw is a former professional baseball player who played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). He was born on November 8, 1987, in Livermore, California, and attended California State University, Long Beach, where he played college baseball for the Long Beach State Dirtbags.
Shaw was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the second round of the 2008 MLB draft and made his MLB debut on June 10, 2011. He spent three seasons with the Diamondbacks before being traded to the Cleveland Indians in December 2012.
During his time with the Indians, Shaw became a key member of the team's bullpen and helped them reach the World Series in 2016. He was known for his durability and consistency, appearing in at least 70 games in each of his five seasons with the team.
In 2018, Shaw signed a three-year, $27 million contract with the Colorado Rockies. However, he struggled in his first season with the team, posting a career-high 5.93 ERA in 61 appearances. He rebounded in 2019, recording a 3.76 ERA in 70 games.
Shaw was released by the Rockies in August 2020 and signed a minor league contract with the Seattle Mariners. He appeared in 14 games for the Mariners in 2020, posting a 1-0 record and a 1.64 ERA.
In February 2021, Shaw signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals but was released in March before the start of the season. He announced his retirement from baseball in May 2021.
Throughout his career, Shaw was known for his sinkerball, which he used to induce ground balls and double plays. He finished his career with a 3.52 ERA, 25 saves, and 523 strikeouts in 608 innings pitched.
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