Gordon Graceffo

Gordon Graceffo is an emerging talent in Major League Baseball, currently serving as a relief pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals. Born on March 17, 2000, in Wayne, New Jersey, Gordon attended Cranford High School before pursuing further education and baseball at Villanova University. His notable career began when he was drafted by the Cardinals in 2021, picked in the fifth round, 19th overall. Standing 6'4" and weighing 220 pounds, Graceffo made his MLB debut on June 29, 2024. In his debut year, he demonstrated potential with a 4.696 ERA across 7.2 innings, showcasing his ability to adapt to the major leagues. In the 2025 season, Graceffo continued to refine his skills with a 6.279 ERA over 43 innings, highlighting his capacity for a strikeout rate (k9) of 8.37. Gordon Graceffo's pitching arsenal includes a mix of fastballs, curveballs, and sliders, with his four-seam fastball averaging 95.7 mph and a slider characterized by an average spin rate of 2360 RPM. Despite his relative inexperience, Graceffo has already shown flashes of brilliance, earning him a role in the Cardinals' bullpen. His continued development and adaptability make him a player to watch as he grows into his MLB career.