Jeremy Bonderman is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played for the Oakland Athletics, Detroit Tigers, and Seattle Mariners during his career. He was born on October 28, 1982, in Kennewick, Washington, and was drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the first round of the 2001 MLB draft.
Bonderman made his MLB debut with the Athletics in 2003 at the age of 20. He was traded to the Detroit Tigers in 2002 and spent the majority of his career with the team. He was known for his fastball, which could reach speeds of up to 98 miles per hour, and his slider, which was considered one of the best in the league.
In 2006, Bonderman had his best season, posting a 14-8 record with a 4.08 ERA and 202 strikeouts. He helped lead the Tigers to the World Series that year, although they ultimately lost to the St. Louis Cardinals. Bonderman also pitched in the 2007 All-Star Game, where he struck out two batters in one inning of work.
Bonderman struggled with injuries throughout his career, including a blood clot in his shoulder that required surgery in 2008. He missed most of the 2008 season and struggled to regain his form in the years that followed. He retired from baseball in 2014 at the age of 31.
Overall, Bonderman had a solid career in the MLB, finishing with a record of 100-97 and a 4.91 ERA. He struck out 1,084 batters in 1,598 innings pitched and was known for his competitiveness and work ethic on the mound. Despite his injuries, he remained a respected pitcher throughout his career and was a fan favorite in Detroit.
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