Jered Weaver
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Jered David Weaver is an American former professional baseball starting pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Los Angeles Angels and San Diego Padres. Weaver was drafted in the first round in the 2004 Major League Baseball draft by the Angels out of Long Beach State. He was a three-time All Star, and twice led the American League in wins. He is the younger brother of former pitcher Jeff Weaver.
Weaver with the Angels in 2012
Weaver warming up in the bullpen in 2008.
Weaver during a game on the road in 2012
2004 Major League Baseball draft
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The 2004 Major League Baseball draft, was held on June 7 and 8. It was conducted via conference call with representatives from each of the league's 30 teams. The draft marked the first time three players from the same university were chosen in the
first ten picks.
Detroit selected Justin Verlander second overall. He is a 9x All-Star, 3x AL Cy Young winner, and the 2011 AL MVP. He has led the American League in: strikeouts 5x, wins 4x, and ERA 2x.
The Pirates selected Neil Walker 11th overall. He was named the 2014 Silver Slugger at second base.
The Angels selected Jered Weaver 12th overall. The 3x All-Star led the American League in wins twice.
Kansas City selected Billy Butler 14th overall. In 2012, the man known as "Country Breakfast" was named an All-Star and Silver Slugger at DH