Jacob deGrom Wins 100th Game on Son's 3rd Birthday
Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom celebrated a career milestone in the sweetest way possible, earning his 100th career victory on the exact day his youngest son turned three. The two-time Cy Young Award winner struck out eight batters in a 2-1 win over the Cardinals, creating a memory that connects his professional achievement with the most important person in his life.
Jacob deGrom won't need a career highlight reel to remember his 100th victory. He's got something better: his son Nolan's third birthday.
The Texas Rangers pitcher reached the career milestone Monday night with a dominant performance against the St. Louis Cardinals. But when asked about joining just 16 active pitchers in the 100-win club, deGrom's mind went straight home.
"Today is Nolan's third birthday," the proud father said after the game. "I'll always remember that, getting my 100th win on his third birthday. It's really cool."
deGrom earned the celebration, striking out eight batters while allowing just one walk in the Rangers' 2-1 victory. He stranded runners in scoring position three separate times, showing the control and composure that's earned him two Cy Young Awards across his 13-year career.
His teammates made sure the moment felt special. Following baseball tradition, they gave deGrom a beer shower while spinning him around the clubhouse in a laundry cart. Catcher Danny Jansen joked that the team was extra careful helping the 6-foot-4 pitcher out of the tiny cart, given his injury history.
"He's a legendary guy," Jansen said. "Outstanding human as well and a hard worker. It's a lot of fun to be able to work with him."
Sunny's Take
What makes this story shine isn't just the round number or the impressive statistics. It's watching a father realize that his greatest professional achievements will always be measured against the moments that matter most at home.
deGrom admitted his three-year-old probably won't understand the significance of his dad's 100th win. He's not even sure Nolan fully grasps what a birthday is yet. But the pitcher already has a plan: a celebration cake with a number 3 candle on one end and 100 on the other when he gets home.
The victory continued an impressive stretch for Rangers pitching. The team's starters have now thrown 27 consecutive scoreless innings, and manager Skip Schumaker couldn't hide his excitement about watching the historic win unfold.
For deGrom, though, the numbers tell a simpler story. One dad, one son, one perfect day they'll both remember forever, even if only one of them understands why.
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Based on reporting by MLB News
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