Dylan Bundy is a former professional baseball player who played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). He was born on November 15, 1992, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the first round of the 2011 MLB draft.
Bundy made his MLB debut on September 23, 2012, and quickly became one of the top prospects in the Orioles' organization. He was known for his fastball, which could reach speeds of up to 98 miles per hour, as well as his slider and changeup.
In his first full season in the majors in 2013, Bundy struggled with injuries and was limited to just two appearances. He underwent Tommy John surgery in 2013 and missed the entire 2013 season.
Bundy returned to the Orioles in 2014 and split time between the starting rotation and the bullpen. He finished the season with a 5-6 record and a 4.03 ERA in 15 starts and 23 appearances.
Over the next few seasons, Bundy continued to pitch for the Orioles, but struggled with consistency. He had a breakout season in 2017, when he posted a 13-9 record with a 4.24 ERA and 152 strikeouts in 28 starts.
In December 2019, Bundy was traded to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for four minor league players. He had a strong season with the Angels in 2020, posting a 6-3 record with a 3.29 ERA and 72 strikeouts in 11 starts.
Bundy struggled in the 2021 season, however, and was eventually designated for assignment by the Angels in July. He was later traded to the Philadelphia Phillies, but did not make any appearances for the team before being released in August.
Overall, Bundy had a solid career in the majors, finishing with a 50-66 record and a 4.67 ERA in 187 appearances (159 starts). He recorded 876 strikeouts in 846 innings pitched. While he never became the dominant ace that many had predicted, Bundy was a reliable starter who could eat innings and keep his team in games.
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