Brandon Williamson is a left-handed pitcher who made his major league debut for the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, July 22, 2023. He pitched six innings and earned a 6-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Reds traded Williamson from the Seattle Mariners as a second-round pick in the 2019 MLB draft. Brandon has been one of the Reds’ most consistent starters this year.
Early life
Brandon Williamson was born on April 2, 1998, in Fairmont, Minnesota. His parents are Tod and Twyla Williamson and he spent his childhood with three siblings, Josh, Dani, and Spencer. As a child, he loved baseball and basketball and excelled as a pitcher and forward at Fairmont High School. Brandon led his team to two state tournaments during his high school days. As a senior, he was named the 2016 Sentinel All-Area Player of the Year. He also received All-State honors and was ranked the #1 left-handed pitcher in Minnesota by Perfect Game.
Williamson attended North Iowa Area Community College, where he played one season for the Trojans. With a 1.91 ERA and 110 strikeouts in 66 innings, he led 7-2, which earned him First Team All-Region honors and a scholarship offer from Texas Christian University. Brandon moved to TCU, where he played for the Horned Frogs for two seasons. His breakthrough came in 2019 as a junior when he had a 4-5 record and a 4.19 ERA in 15 starts and hit 89 batters in 81 innings. He led TCU to the NCAA Tournament and was named to the All-Big 12 Second Team.
Brandon Williamson career
Seattle Mariners
The Seattle Mariners selected Williamson as the 59th pick overall in the 2019 MLB draft, signing a $925,000 bonus. He began his pro career at Short-Season A Everett, where he went 0-1 in six starts with a 2.35 ERA. Brandon has missed most of the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But he was well positioned at the alternative training location and started the 2021 season at High-A Everett. He went 4-3 with a 2.50 ERA in nine starts, beat 71 batters, and walked just nine in 50 innings.
Cincinnati Reds
Williamson was traded to the Cincinnati Reds on December 15, 2021, along with outfielder TJ Friedl and pitcher Alek Jacob for outfielder Jesse Winker. He started the 2022 season at Double-A Chattanooga, where he went 7-4 with a 3.12 ERA in 18 starts, hit 112 batters, and ran just 24 in 104 innings. He was promoted to Triple-A Louisville in August, where he went 3-2 in six starts with a 3.86 ERA, hit 38 batters, and ran just eight in 35 innings.
Williamson joined the Reds’ main squad on April 5, 2023, to replace the injured Hunter Greene. He made his debut against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, where he pitched five innings and allowed two runs on four hits. Brandon walked two and hit out six, throwing 63 of his 95 throws for strikes. He also hit his first major league home run in the fourth inning against Kyle Hendricks. Williamson became the first Reds pitcher to hit a home run on his MLB debut since Mike Leake in 2010.
Williamson has been one of the Reds’ top pitchers this year, posting a 10-7 record and a 3.54 ERA in 21 starts. He has battered 131 and runs just 37 in 127 innings, all while showing excellent control and leadership. He’s also helped his cause with two home runs and seven RBI on a plate.
Brandon Williamson Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real name | Brandon Martin Williamson |
| birth date | April 2, 1998 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Place of birth | Fairmont, Minnesota, United States |
| Profession | baseball pitcher |
| University | TCU |
| qualification | graduate |
Physical Statistics | |
| Height | in feet inches – 6 feet 6 inches – in centimeters – 198 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 95 kg – in pounds – 210 pounds |
| Hair color | Brown |
| eye color | Blue |
Brandon Williamson Family | |
| Father | Death Williamson |
| Mother | Twyla Williamson |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | – |
relationship status | |
| Marital status | Married |
| who is Brandon Williamson’s wife | Eivey Williamson |
| Children | One |
Personal life
According to his Instagram account, Williamson married Eivey Kay Williamson. He has posted several pictures and stories with her to show their love and support for each other. They seem very happy and enjoying their time together.
social media
Williamson has a modest but growing social media presence. He has over 8,000 followers on Instagram (@bwilliamson_23) and over 5,000 followers on Twitter (@B_Willy_23). Brandon posts regularly about his baseball journey, wife, family, and hobbies. He also interacts with his fans and supporters, thanking them for their messages and encouragement.
Brandon Williamson Net Worth
Brandon Williamson earns around $1 million in annual salary. This is based on his $925,000 contract bonus from the Mariners and his major league salary of $570,500 for the 2023 season. Brandon will add a significant fortune going forward once he becomes eligible for arbitration or free agency in the future.