Jared Jones is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates in Major League Baseball (MLB). Making his debut on March 30, 2024, for the Pirates, Jones was included in their Opening Day roster announced on March 25, 2024. After completing high school at La Mirada High School in La Mirada, California, Jones was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second round of the 2020 MLB draft.
Following the draft, he signed a lucrative $2.2 million signing bonus contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Jones dropped out his decision to play college baseball at the University of Texas at Austin and started to pursue baseball professionally by making his debut in 2021 with the Bradenton Marauders of Minor League Baseball.
Who are Jared Jones’ Parents?
Jared Jones’ father’s name is Keith Jones but his mother's name is currently not available. He was born on August 6, 2001, in Whittier, California, United States.
Who is Jared Jones’ Father?
Jared Jones' father's name is Keith Jones. His father, Keith, was a 1997 draft pick of the Arizona Diamondbacks and played two seasons in the minors League. In 2020, Jared was drafted in the second round of the MLB draft and shared his emotional experience in an interview, stating, "I was just really excited, to be honest. As soon as I got the call, I just started busting down into tears. I was standing right next to my dad (Keith) and we both just really broke down and started crying. It was a moment to remember forever."
Jared also took to his Instagram handle to share a picture of signing his contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates alongside his dad. Keith Jones has an active presence on social media and can be found on Twitter with the username @Keith_Jones_17 and on Instagram with the handle @keithjones17.
What Nationality are Jared Jones’ Parents?
Jared Jones and his father, Keith Jones, both hold American nationality. Keith Jones was born and raised in the United States, and Jared was born in Whittier, California.
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