Brad Boxberger
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About
Pitcher who debuted with the San Diego Padres in 2012. He was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays in 2014 and in 2015, he became the Rays' closer.
Before Fame
He played college baseball at USC, where he was named a Second Team All-American by Rivals.com. He was drafted 43rd overall by the Cincinnati Reds in 2009.
Trivia
On May 8, 2014, he became the second player in Tampa Bay history to throw an immaculate inning, striking out three Baltimore Orioles on nine pitches.
Family Life
His father Rod Boxberger was named Most Outstanding Player for USC at the 1978 College World Series.
Associated With
He became teammates with fellow pitcher Chris Archer on the Rays in 2014.
