Dallas Keuchel is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played for several teams during his career. He was born on January 1, 1988, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and attended the University of Arkansas, where he played college baseball for the Razorbacks.
Keuchel was drafted by the Houston Astros in the seventh round of the 2009 MLB draft and made his debut with the team in 2012. He quickly established himself as a reliable starter, earning his first All-Star selection in 2015 and winning the American League Cy Young Award that same year.
Keuchel continued to pitch well for the Astros over the next few seasons, helping the team win the World Series in 2017. However, he became a free agent after the 2018 season and signed with the Atlanta Braves.
Keuchel struggled during his first season with the Braves, posting a 3-5 record with a 4.72 ERA in 19 starts. He bounced back in 2020, however, with a 6-2 record and a 1.99 ERA in 11 starts during the pandemic-shortened season.
After becoming a free agent again following the 2020 season, Keuchel signed a three-year, $55.5 million contract with the Chicago White Sox. He struggled during his first season with the team, going 8-9 with a 5.52 ERA in 28 starts.
Overall, Keuchel had a successful career as a Major League pitcher, finishing with a record of 98-76 and a 3.74 ERA. He was known for his ability to induce ground balls and limit home runs, as well as his competitive spirit and leadership qualities.
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