Jack Weisenburger makes MLB debut, finishes game for Mets against Pirates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:35 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Jack Weisenburger made his MLB debut on August 9, 2026, pitching two scoreless innings in relief as the Mets faced the Pirates. He struck out two batters and surrendered a single in the bottom of the eighth but kept the Pirates from scoring. Weisenburger's journey to the big leagues included a stint in the Mexican League and a brief time at Triple-A Syracuse. After being called up, he seized the opportunity to showcase his talent in front of family and friends at PNC Park.
- •Weisenburger closed the game for the Mets, securing a victory.
- •He recorded his first two strikeouts in the MLB.
- •The Mets recently shifted their roster ahead of the trade deadline.
- •Weisenburger had a challenging season in Triple-A with a 7.22 ERA.
- •His family attended the game to support his debut.
- 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Jack Weisenburger closes Mets’ victory with two scoreless innings in MLB debut
"28-year-old Jack Weisenburger threw the final two innings as the Mets beat the Pirates on Sunday.
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