Justin Daniel Masterson is an American former professional baseball starting pitcher. Drafted by the Red Sox in the second round of the 2006 MLB draft from San Diego State University, he made his MLB debut two years later. Masterson also played in MLB for the Cleveland Indians and St. Louis Cardinals. Known for primarily throwing a sinking fastball, the right-hander stands 6' 6" (198 cm) tall, and weighs 250 lb (113 kg).
Masterson with the Cleveland Indians in 2012
Masterson during his first tenure with the Boston Red Sox in 2008.
Masterson pitching for the Indians in 2009
Masterson with the St. Louis Cardinals
2006 Major League Baseball draft
The 2006 Major League Baseball draft, was held on June 6 and 7. It was conducted via conference call with representatives from each of the league's 30 teams.
Tampa Bay selected Evan Longoria third overall. The 3x All-Star won the 2008 A.L. Rookie of the Year Award, three Gold Glove Awards at third base, and the 2009 Silver Slugger for third base.
Detroit selected Andrew Miller 6th overall. Miller is a 2x All-Star and the 2015 Reliever of the Year.
The Los Angeles Dodgers selected Clayton Kershaw seventh overall. A 10x All-Star, Kershaw won three Cy Young Awards, and the 2014 N.L. MVP award.
The San Francisco Giants selected Tim Lincecum 10th overall. A 4x All-Star, Lincecum is a 3x league leader in strikeouts and won 2 Cy Young Awards.