Matt Svanson

Matt Svanson, a right-handed pitcher, was born on January 31, 1999, in Lake Zurich, Illinois. He attended Lehigh University where he honed his skills before being selected in the 13th round of the 2021 MLB Draft. Svanson made his MLB debut on April 17, 2025, with the St. Louis Cardinals, primarily serving as a relief pitcher. During his rookie season in 2025, Svanson showcased a notable performance with an ERA of 1.939 across 60.1 innings pitched, while achieving 68 strikeouts. His WHIP was an impressive 0.8785, reflecting his efficiency in minimizing base runners. Svanson's pitching style includes a mix of sinkers, sweepers, and cutters, with his sinker being particularly effective, averaging a release speed of 96.8 mph. Svanson's ability to maintain a low opponent batting average of .16 and his knack for generating groundballs highlight his defensive skills on the mound. Despite being relatively new to the major leagues, Svanson has already demonstrated potential through his command and versatility as a bullpen asset for the Cardinals.