Current Pro Baseball Players From Alabama (MLB 2023)
Baseball Players, and athletes of all sports really, take pride in where they’re from. Whether it’s the state, city or area code – you always notice players wanting to rep their home area.
Fans tend to do the same thing. It’s always more fun to pull for a player when they’re from your home state (or even your hometown), especially when that player also happens to be playing on your favorite team.
With all that in mind, we went through MLB.com and pulled the home states (or countries) of every player on the 40-man rosters for each team.
We found 18 players from the state of Alabama which is very respectable (tied for the 13th most of any state).
MLB Players from Alabama
Here are all 18 guys on MLB Rosters at the start of the 2023 season including what town they’re from and what team they play for.
| Name | City | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Braxton Garrett | Foley | Marlins |
| Bubba Thompson | Mobile | Rangers |
| Casey Mize | Springville | Tigers |
| Chad Smith | McCalla | As |
| Clay Holmes | Dothan | Yankees |
| Corey Kluber | Birmingham | Red Sox |
| Craig Kimbrel | Huntsville | Phillies |
| David Dahl | Birmingham | Padres |
| David Robertson | Birmingham | Mets |
| Graham Ashcraft | Huntsville | Reds |
| Gunnar Henderson | Montgomery | Orioles |
| Keegan Thompson | Cullman | Cubs |
| Kendall Graveman | Alexander City | White Sox |
| Kyle Wright | Huntsville | Braves |
| Matt Foster | Valley | White Sox |
| Spencer Turnbull | Demopolis | Tigers |
| Tim Anderson | Tuscaloosa | White Sox |
| Trey Wingenter | Huntsville | Tigers |
Player Bios
Here is a little more background info for a few of the players from Alabama.
Craig Kimbrel
Hometown: Huntsville, Alabama
Craig Kimbrel, hailing from Huntsville, Alabama, has become one of the premier closers in Major League Baseball. Kimbrel attended Lee High School in Huntsville and then Wallace State Community College.
Drafted in the 3rd round of the 2008 MLB Draft by the Atlanta Braves, Kimbrel quickly established himself as an elite closer. Known for his overpowering fastball and sharp breaking pitches, he has accumulated a high number of saves, multiple All-Star selections, and the 2011 National League Rookie of the Year award.
Kimbrel’s ability to close games under pressure with high strikeout rates has made him a key figure in the bullpens of teams like the Braves, Boston Red Sox, and Chicago Cubs.
Clay Holmes
Hometown: Slocomb, Alabama
Clay Holmes, from Slocomb, Alabama, has emerged as a reliable relief pitcher in Major League Baseball. Holmes’ path to the majors began at Slocomb High School, followed by his draft selection in the 9th round of the 2011 MLB Draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Known for his high-velocity sinker and effective slider, Holmes has become a key component of the New York Yankees’ bullpen. His ability to induce ground balls and strike out batters has made him particularly effective in high-leverage situations, showcasing his development into a top relief pitcher.
Tim Anderson
Hometown: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Tim Anderson, from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has risen to prominence as one of the top shortstops in Major League Baseball. Anderson’s path to the majors began at Hillcrest High School in Tuscaloosa, followed by a standout performance at East Central Community College in Mississippi.
Drafted in the first round (17th overall) of the 2013 MLB Draft by the Chicago White Sox, Anderson quickly made a name for himself with his dynamic play.
Known for his high batting average, speed on the bases, and improving defense, Anderson won the American League batting title in 2019. His combination of offensive skills and athleticism has made him a key player for the White Sox and one of the most exciting infielders in the game.
Hall of Fame Players from Alabama
In addition to the current players from Alabama, we compiled a list of all players that have gone on to make it into the Baseball Hall of Fame:
| Name | City | Induction Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Suttles | Edgewater | 2006 |
| Ozzie Smith | Mobile | 2002 |
| Billy Williams | Whistler | 1987 |
| Willie McCovey | Mobile | 1986 |
| Hank Aaron | Mobile | 1982 |
| Joe Sewell | Titus | 1977 |
| Monte Irvin | Haleburg | 1973 |
| Early Wynn | Hartford | 1972 |
| Satchel Paige | Mobile | 1971 |
| Heinie Manush | Tuscumbia | 1964 |
| Don Sutton | Clio | 1998 |
| Willie Mays | Westfield | 1979 |
