Brandon McCarthy

Brandon McCarthy

Brandon McCarthy is a right-handed pitcher for the Texas Rangers. After attending Cheyenne Mountain High School in Colorado Springs, CO, McCarthy played baseball at Lamar Community College. After his collegiate career, the Chicago White Sox selected McCarthy in the 17th round of the 2002 amateur draft. After a few years as a minor league pitching prospect in the White Sox farm system, he made his major league debut on May 22, 2005. After two seasons in Chicago, the White Sox traded McCarthy along with David Paisano to the Rangers, for John Danks, Nick Masset, and Jacob Rasner.

Fast Facts

Born: July 7, 1983
Birthplace: Glendale, California
2002: Drafted in the amateur draft
2005: Professional debut with the Chicago White Sox
2006: Traded to the Texas Rangers

Strengths

McCarthy throws two-seam and four-seam fastballs, and strikes out batters with his solid curve[1].

Weaknesses

McCarthy surrenders too many home runs, and his change-up is inconsistent[2].

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- Height: 6-7
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Rookie Year: 2002

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July 7, 1983: Born
2002: Drafted in the amateur draft by the Chicago White Sox
2005: Professional debut with the Chicago White Sox
2006: Traded to the Texas Rangers

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