Jerred Weaver
MLB pitcher, three-time All-Star, Angels franchise leader
Jerred Weaver is an American professional baseball pitcher who had a distinguished 14-season Major League Baseball career, primarily with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Born in Long Beach, California, Weaver was drafted by the Angels in 2004 and became one of the franchise's most reliable and consistent starting pitchers. He was a three-time All-Star and led the American League in ERA in 2014 with a 2.71 mark. Weaver was known for his durability, making 400+ starts for the Angels and frequently pitching deep into games. His peak performance came in the early 2010s when he was among the league's elite pitchers. After his time with the Angels, he also played for the Detroit Tigers. Weaver's steady presence on the mound made him a cornerstone of Angels baseball for over a decade, and he remains one of the franchise's all-time leaders in various pitching categories.
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American
1986
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Jerred
Hebrew origin
“A streamlined modern form of Jared, which derives from the Hebrew Yared, meaning 'descended' or 'one who descends.' Jerred condenses the name into a tighter, more contemporary sound while preserving the biblical heritage. This spelling gained traction in the mid-20th century among parents seeking a familiar name with a sharper edge.”