**TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have officially signed their 2024 first-round draft pick, Trey Yesavage, the team announced on Thursday.**
Trey Yesavage, a right-handed pitcher, is joining the Blue Jays after an impressive collegiate career at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. The 21-year-old pitcher stands 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 225 pounds. Hailing from Pottstown, Pennsylvania, Yesavage has quickly made a name for himself in college baseball.
During his recent college season, Yesavage delivered an outstanding performance, finishing with an 11-1 record. He posted a remarkable earned run average (ERA) of 2.03 and maintained a minuscule 0.87 WHIP (walks plus hits per inning pitched) over 93.1 innings of work. His dominant season earned him the prestigious American Athletic Conference Pitcher of the Year award, a testament to his exceptional skills on the mound.
The Blue Jays selected Yesavage 20th overall in the 2024 MLB Draft, recognizing his potential to make a significant impact in the professional ranks. Over his college career, Yesavage compiled an impressive 19-2 record with a 2.58 ERA across 195.1 innings. He also recorded 295 strikeouts and maintained a 1.03 WHIP in 65 appearances, including 29 starts. His ability to control the game and strike out hitters has been a key factor in his success.
Yesavage’s signing marks a significant step for the Blue Jays as they look to bolster their pitching staff with top-tier talent. His development will be closely watched as he transitions from collegiate baseball to the major leagues, with the team hopeful that his skills will translate effectively to the professional level.
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