Brandon Williamson is a left-hander pitcher who made his major league debut for the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, July 22, 2023. He pitched six innings and earned a 6-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Reds acquired Williamson as a second-round pick in the 2019 MLB draft from the Seattle Mariners. Brandon has been one of the most consistent starters for the Reds this year.
Early Life
Brandon Williamson was born on April 2, 1998, in Fairmont, Minnesota. His parents are Tod and Twyla Williamson and he spent his childhood with three siblings Josh, Dani, and Spencer. He loved baseball and basketball as a kid and excelled as a pitcher and a forward at Fairmont High School. Brandon led his team to two state tournaments during his school. He was named the Sentinel All-Area Player of the Year as a senior in 2016. He also earned All-State honors and was ranked as the No. 1 left-handed pitcher in Minnesota by Perfect Game.
Williamson attended North Iowa Area Community College, where he played one season for the Trojans. He went 7-2 with a 1.91 ERA and 110 strikeouts in 66 innings, earning him First Team All-Region honors and a scholarship offer from Texas Christian University. Brandon transferred to TCU, where he played two seasons for the Horned Frogs. He had a breakout year as a junior in 2019, posting a 4-5 record and a 4.19 ERA in 15 starts, striking out 89 batters in 81 innings. He led TCU to reach the NCAA Tournament and was named to the All-Big 12 Second Team.
Brandon Williamson Career
Seattle Mariners
Seattle Mariners picked Williamson as the 59th overall pick in the 2019 MLB draft, signing for a $925,000 bonus. He started his professional career at Short-Season A Everett, where he went 0-1 with a 2.35 ERA in six starts. Brandon missed the majority of the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But pitched well at the alternate training site and started the 2021 season at High-A Everett. He went 4-3 with a 2.50 ERA in nine starts, striking out 71 batters and walking only nine in 50 innings.
Cincinnati Reds
Williamson was traded to the Cincinnati Reds along with outfielder TJ Friedl and pitcher Alek Jacob for outfielder Jesse Winker on December 15, 2021. He started the 2022 season at Double-A Chattanooga, where he went 7-4 with a 3.12 ERA in 18 starts, striking out 112 batters and walking only 24 in 104 innings. He was promoted to Triple-A Louisville in August, where he went 3-2 with a 3.86 ERA in six starts, striking out 38 batters and walking only eight in 35 innings.
Williamson joined the main line of Reds on April 5, 2023, to fill in for the injured Hunter Greene. He made his debut against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, where he pitched five innings and allowed two runs on four hits. Brandon walked two and struck out six, throwing 63 of his 95 pitches for strikes. He also hit his first major league home run off Kyle Hendricks in the fourth inning. Williamson became the first Reds pitcher to homer in his MLB debut since Mike Leake in 2010.
Williamson has been one of the best pitchers for the Reds this year, posting a 10-7 record and a 3.54 ERA in 21 starts. He has struck out 131 batters and walked only 37 in 127 innings, showing excellent control and command. He has also helped his own cause with two home runs and seven RBI at the plate.
Brandon Williamson Biography |
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| Real Name | Brandon Martin Williamson |
| Birth Date | 2 April 1998 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 25 Years |
| Birth Place | Fairmont, Minnesota, United States |
| Profession | Baseball Pitcher |
| College | TCU |
| Qualification | Graduate |
Physical Statistics |
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| Height | in feet inches – 6’ 6” – in Centimeters – 198 cm |
| Weight | in Kilograms – 95 kg – in Pounds – 210 lbs |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Blue |
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Family |
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| Father | Tod Williamson |
| Mother | Twyla Williamson |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | – |
Relationship Status |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Who is his wife? | Eivey Williamson |
| Children | One |
Personal Life
Williamson married Eivey Kay Williamson, according to his Instagram account. He has posted several pictures and stories with her, showing their love and support for each other. They seem to be very happy and enjoying their time together.
Social Media
Williamson has a modest but growing social media presence. He has over 8k followers on Instagram (@bwilliamson_23) and over 5k followers on Twitter (@B_Willy_23). Brandon posts regularly about his baseball journey, wife, family, and hobbies. He also interacts with his fans and supporters, thanking them for their messages and encouragement.
Brandon Williamson Net Worth
Brandon Williamson earns around $1 million in the form of an annual salary. This is based on his signing bonus of $925,000 from the Mariners and his major league salary of $570,500 for the 2023 season. Brandon will add a significant amount of wealth in the future once he becomes eligible for arbitration or free agency in the future.