Jeremy Jeffress is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played for several teams during his career. He was born on September 21, 1987, in South Boston, Virginia, and attended Halifax County High School. Jeffress was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the first round of the 2006 MLB draft and made his debut with the team in 2010.
Jeffress struggled with substance abuse issues early in his career and was suspended twice for violating the league's drug policy. He was traded to the Kansas City Royals in 2011 but was later released and signed with the Toronto Blue Jays. He bounced around several teams over the next few years, including the Texas Rangers and the Milwaukee Brewers again.
In 2018, Jeffress had a breakout season with the Brewers, posting a 1.29 ERA and 15 saves. He helped lead the team to the National League Championship Series but struggled in the playoffs, giving up several key runs. Jeffress continued to pitch for the Brewers in 2019 but was hampered by injuries and saw a decline in his performance.
Jeffress signed with the Chicago Cubs for the 2020 season but struggled with his control and was released in September. He finished the season with a 1-0 record and a 6.75 ERA.
Overall, Jeffress had a solid career as a relief pitcher, posting a 3.08 ERA and 44 saves over 11 seasons. He was known for his fastball and slider and was a valuable asset to several teams throughout his career. Despite his struggles with substance abuse, Jeffress was able to overcome his addiction and become a successful player in the league.
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