Logan Gillaspie Bio
Logan Craig Gillaspie (born April 17, 1997) is an American professional baseball pitcher in the San Diego Padres organization. A native of Bakersfield, California, he has built his career as a relief pitcher through the minor leagues and into Major League Baseball (MLB), where he has previously appeared for the Baltimore Orioles. Gillaspie first reached the majors in 2022 and has continued to work his way back to the big leagues through the Padres system.
Early Life and Background
Logan Craig Gillaspie was born on April 17, 1997, in Bakersfield, California. He grew up in the Bakersfield area and attended Frontier High School from 2011 to 2015, where he developed as a young baseball player. During his high school years, Gillaspie earned an invitation to play for the Oakland Athletics in the 2014 Area Code Games, a well-known showcase that features top amateur talent from across the country.
After graduating from Frontier High School, Gillaspie continued his baseball career at Oxnard College, where he played from 2015 to 2017. At Oxnard, he showed his versatility by playing as a pitcher, catcher, and third baseman, which helped him develop a broad understanding of the game. He went undrafted out of Oxnard College in 2017, which set him on a non-traditional path to professional baseball.
Path to Professional Baseball
Following his time at Oxnard College, Gillaspie was not selected in the MLB draft. He joined the Monterey Amberjacks of the Pecos League, an independent baseball league, to continue his playing career. He later moved up to the Salina Stockade of the American Association before being released.
After his release, Gillaspie signed with the Sonoma Stompers of the Pacific Association, another independent league. In January 2018, he played in the California Winter League, and shortly after he signed with the United Shore Professional Baseball League to play for the Eastside Diamond Hoppers. These independent league stops allowed Gillaspie to keep his career alive and eventually catch the attention of MLB organizations.
Logan Gillaspie Career
Early Career (2018-2019)
On July 13, 2018, the Milwaukee Brewers signed Gillaspie to a minor league contract. He spent time with the rookie-level Arizona League Brewers and the rookie-level Helena Brewers of the Pioneer League, posting a 3.26 earned run average (ERA) over 19+1/3 innings pitched. The Brewers saw enough in him to keep him in the system heading into the following year.
Gillaspie spent the 2019 season with the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers of the Single-A Midwest League. He posted a 3-7 win-loss record with a 3.96 ERA over 31 games, including 16 starts, and struck out 92 batters over 109 innings. His strong season was recognized when he was named a Midwest League all-star with the Timber Rattlers. On September 11, 2019, the Brewers released him from their organization.
Baltimore Orioles Breakthrough (2021-2023)
On June 9, 2021, Gillaspie signed a minor league contract with the Baltimore Orioles organization. He split the year between the Aberdeen IronBirds of the High-A East and the Bowie Baysox of the Double-A Northeast, going 1-3 with a 4.97 ERA over 26 relief appearances and striking out 52 batters over 41+2/3 innings. He was selected to play in the Arizona Fall League for the Mesa Solar Sox after the 2021 season. On November 19, 2021, the Orioles selected his contract and added him to their 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.
Gillaspie returned to Bowie to open the 2022 season, and after six appearances he was promoted to the Norfolk Tides of the Triple-A International League. On May 17, 2022, the Orioles promoted Gillaspie to the major leagues for the first time. He made his MLB debut that night against the New York Yankees at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, throwing two scoreless innings in relief. On October 2, 2022, he threw a scoreless 6th inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium to record his first major-league victory in a 3-1 Orioles win. He finished the season with a 1-0 record and a 3.12 ERA in 17+1/3 innings across 17 appearances.
In 2023, Gillaspie made 11 appearances for Baltimore but struggled to a 6.00 ERA with eight strikeouts in nine innings of work. On September 2, 2023, he was designated for assignment following the Orioles’ waiver claim of Jorge López. On September 4, 2023, Gillaspie was claimed off waivers by the Boston Red Sox and optioned to their Triple-A affiliate, the Worcester Red Sox, where he finished the year. In four appearances for Worcester, he did not allow a run, striking out four and recording one save in 4+1/3 innings.
San Diego Padres Era (2023-Present)
On November 15, 2023, Gillaspie was claimed off waivers by the San Diego Padres. He was optioned to the Triple-A El Paso Chihuahuas to begin the 2024 season. On April 17, 2024, the Padres selected his contract, and two days later he came on in relief in the 9th inning against the Toronto Blue Jays. With a runner on third and one out, he struck out both Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to seal a 5-1 win. In 9 games for San Diego in 2024, he posted a 7.15 ERA with 7 strikeouts over 11+1/3 innings pitched. On November 22, 2024, the Padres non-tendered him, making him a free agent.
On December 12, 2024, Gillaspie re-signed with the Padres on a minor league contract. After two appearances for El Paso, the Padres added him to their active roster on April 6, 2025. He recorded a 2.57 ERA with four strikeouts in three games before being placed on the injured list with a left oblique strain on April 27. On June 30, 2025, he was activated from the injured list and subsequently designated for assignment, then cleared waivers and was sent outright to El Paso on July 2, 2025.
Driving Style and Strengths
Gillaspie has worked as a relief pitcher throughout his professional career, with a focus on getting key outs in pressure situations. His most notable moment with the Padres came when he entered a tight game against the Toronto Blue Jays and struck out two of the league’s most dangerous hitters to seal a win. His minor league track record shows a pitcher who can generate strikeouts, including a 92-strikeout season with the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers in 2019.
Notable Events and Milestones
Among Gillaspie’s signature moments is his MLB debut on May 17, 2022, against the New York Yankees at Camden Yards, and his first major-league victory on October 2, 2022, at Yankee Stadium. He was also named a Midwest League all-star in 2019 and was selected to the Arizona Fall League after the 2021 season.
Logan Gillaspie Career Wins
Logan Craig Gillaspie has compiled a professional career that spans independent leagues, the minor leagues, and Major League Baseball. His verified major-league win came on October 2, 2022, when he pitched a scoreless inning against the New York Yankees in a 3-1 Orioles victory.
MLB Highlights
Gillaspie made his MLB debut on May 17, 2022, against the New York Yankees at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, throwing two scoreless innings in relief. He earned his first major-league victory later that season on October 2, 2022, against the same Yankees at Yankee Stadium. He finished his first MLB season with a 1-0 record and a 3.12 ERA in 17 appearances for the Orioles.
Other Wins and Performances
In the minor leagues, Gillaspie was recognized as a Midwest League all-star with the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers in 2019 and was selected to play in the Arizona Fall League for the Mesa Solar Sox after the 2021 season. He also put together a strong run with the Worcester Red Sox in 2023, not allowing a run in four appearances.
Logan Gillaspie Family
Personal Life
Public details about Logan Craig Gillaspie’s personal and family life are limited. He was born and raised in Bakersfield, California, and continues his professional baseball career as a relief pitcher in the San Diego Padres organization.
2025 Season Performance
The 2025 season began with Gillaspie back in the Padres organization after re-signing on a minor league contract in December 2024. He opened the year with the Triple-A El Paso Chihuahuas before being added to the Padres’ active roster on April 6, 2025. In his first three appearances, he posted a 2.57 ERA with four strikeouts before a left oblique strain sent him to the injured list on April 27.
On June 30, 2025, Gillaspie was activated from the injured list and designated for assignment. He cleared waivers and was sent outright to El Paso on July 2, 2025, returning him to the Triple-A roster. The middle of the year has been a setback, but Gillaspie has shown he can return to the majors when healthy.
Looking ahead, Gillaspie’s outlook in the Padres system depends on his recovery and his performance with El Paso. His track record as a left-handed relief option with prior MLB experience gives him a chance to rejoin San Diego later in the 2025 season if he can stay healthy and produce on the mound.