Mark David Melancon is a veteran American professional baseball pitcher currently on the Arizona Diamondbacks roster of Major League Baseball. Born on March 28, 1985, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Melancon attended Wheat Ridge High School, where he played baseball and basketball. Melancon was initially drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 30th round of the 2003 MLB draft. He declined the offer so that he could attend the University of Arizona.
He was then drafted by the New York Yankees in the ninth round of the 2006 MLB draft and made his major league debut with them in 2009. He has since played for seven different teams; the Houston Astros, Boston Red Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Nationals, San Francisco Giants, Atlanta Braves, and San Diego Padres. Melancon has also established himself as one of the most consistent closers in baseball. He has led the National League in saves twice (2015, 2021) and has been an All-Star four times (2013, 2015, 2016, 2021).
Who is Mark Melancon's wife?
Mary Catherine is Mark Melancon's wife. Born in Omaha to parents Bob Cimino and Sue Cimino, Mary attended Marian High School. She is a former collegiate athlete who played water polo at Notre Dame. Mary has a sister, Christine, who is married to former Los Angeles Angels outfielder J.B. Shuck.
Melancon and Mary first met each other at the Notre Dame campus. The two reportedly met through their best friend from college and started a long-distance relationship a year later. Melancon and Mary tied the knot on 31 December 2009 and it has been thirteen years since their wedding. The couple has three children together: Brooklyn Melancon, Bella Melancon, and Jack Melancon.
Where is Mary Catherine from?
Mary Catherine was born and brought up in Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. She lived with her parents, Bob Cimino and Sue Cimino, and sister Christine.
How long have Mark Melancon and Mary Catherine been married?
Mark Melancon and Marty Catherine have been married for thirteen years. They exchanged vows on the 31st of December 2009.
FAQs
A. Mark Melancon is an American professional pitcher shortstop for the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball.
A. Mary Catherine is Mark Melancon's wife. The pair tied the knot in 2012.
A. Mark Melancon has been selected to four MLB All-Star games in his career up until now.
A. Mark Melancon and Mary Catherine got married in 2012 and have been married ever since.
A. Mark Melancon and his wife Mary Catherine have three children: daughters, Brooklyn and Ella Grace Melancon, and son Jack David Melancon.
A. Mark Melancon made his MLB debut with the Yankees on April 26, 2009, as a relief pitcher against the Boston Red Sox on April 26, pitching two scoreless innings.
