Jaxon Wiggins
Chicago Cubs
Pitcher
Born: (2001-10-03) October 3, 2001
Roland, Oklahoma
Bats: Right
Throws: Right

Jaxon Lee Wiggins (born October 3, 2001) is an American professional baseball pitcher in the Chicago Cubs organization.

Amateur career

In Wiggins' freshman season, he finished with a 3–1 record, with four saves, as he pitched in 23 innings, striking out 28 batters, and ending the season with a 5.09 ERA. In Wiggins' sophomore season, he finished with a 6.55 ERA in 66 innings, having a 6–3 record, while striking out 82 batters.[1] However Wiggins would miss the entire 2023 season after getting Tommy John surgery on his right elbow.[2]

Professional career

Wiggins was selected by the Chicago Cubs in the second round, with the 68th overall selection, of the 2023 Major League Baseball draft. On July 25, 2023, Wiggins signed with the Cubs for an over-slot deal worth $1.4 million.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Hodges, Andy. "Razorbacks' Jaxon Wiggins taken No. 68 overall by Chicago Cubs". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 14 July 2023.
  2. ↑ Bastian, Jordan. "Why Cubs selected 'deluxe athlete' Wiggins with pick 68". MLB.com. Retrieved 14 July 2023.
  3. ↑ "Cubs Sign 2nd-Round Pick Jaxon Wiggins on Deadline Day". ontapsportsnet.com. Retrieved July 28, 2023.


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