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Brady Singer

Brady Singer (born August 4, 1996) is an for the of (MLB). A right-handed starter known for his sinker-slider combination, Singer previously spent his first five MLB seasons with the before being traded to the on November 22, 2024, in exchange for and . Born in , Singer attended Eustis High School, where he was selected in the second round of the 2015 MLB Draft by the Toronto Blue Jays but did not sign. He then played college baseball for the Gators, helping lead the team to the 2017 title with a record-setting 12 strikeouts in Game 1 of the finals. As a junior in 2018, Singer posted a 12-3 record with a 2.55 ERA, earning SEC Pitcher of the Year honors, the as the nation's top player, and First-Team All-American recognition from multiple outlets including Baseball America and the ABCA. Over his Gators career, he compiled a 23-10 record and 3.57 ERA, ranking among Florida's all-time leaders in wins (tied for 7th) and strikeouts (7th with 281). The selected Singer 18th overall in the first round of the 2018 MLB Draft, and he signed for a $4.25 million bonus before quickly rising through the minors. He made his MLB debut on July 25, 2020, during the shortened season, leading all rookies with 12 starts, 64.1 pitched, and 61 strikeouts while finishing tied for eighth in Rookie of the Year voting. In his Royals tenure through 2024, Singer established himself as a reliable mid-rotation arm, posting a 36-44 with a 4.29 over 685.1 and 645 strikeouts, highlighted by a career-best 9-13 and 3.71 in 2024. With the in 2025, his first full season in , Singer recorded a 14-12 mark with a 4.03 and 163 strikeouts across 169.2 , including a season-high 10 strikeouts in a scoreless outing against the .

Amateur career

High school career

Brady Alan Singer was born on August 4, 1996, in Leesburg, Florida, where he developed an early passion for baseball through local youth leagues. Singer began his high school baseball career at Tavares High School before transferring to Eustis High School in Eustis, Florida, for his junior and senior years. As a senior at Eustis in , Singer excelled on the mound, posting an 8-3 record with a 1.25 over 67 , including six complete games and 110 strikeouts, which drew significant attention from professional scouts. His standout performance earned him several accolades, including the at the Florida League High School Invitational Challenge, selection to the FHSAA All-State First Team, Lake Player of the Year honors from the , All-Lake First Team recognition, and a spot on the Super 60 list. In the 2015 MLB Draft, the Toronto Blue Jays selected Singer in the second round with the 56th overall pick, but the two sides could not agree on a contract, leading him to forgo signing and instead enroll at the to continue his baseball development.

Collegiate career

Singer enrolled at the in 2016, where he played for the as a right-handed . As a freshman that year, he made 23 appearances, including one start, compiling a 2–2 record with a 4.95 and 38 strikeouts over 43.2 . In his sophomore season of 2017, Singer transitioned to a starting role, posting a 9–5 record with a 3.21 , 129 strikeouts, and 126 across 19 starts. He contributed significantly to the Gators' run to the , where he made two starts totaling 14 and 21 strikeouts. Singer's junior year in 2018 marked his breakout campaign, as he went 12–3 with a 2.55 , 114 strikeouts, and 113 in 17 starts; during the regular season, he led the (SEC) with 10 wins. Over his sophomore and junior seasons combined, he achieved a 21–8 record with 243 strikeouts in 239 . At , Singer finished his three-year career with 282.2 , ranking 10th in program history, and 281 strikeouts, placing seventh all-time. His performance earned him selection by the in the first round, 18th overall, of the .

Professional career

Draft and minor leagues

The selected Brady Singer in the first round (18th overall) of the out of the . He signed with the Royals on July 3, 2018, receiving a $4.25 million , approximately $900,000 above the slot value for his draft position. Due to the late signing date near the end of the minor league season, Singer did not make any appearances in 2018, though he was briefly assigned to the rookie-level Arizona League Royals in September. Singer began his professional career in 2019 with the High-A , where he recorded a 5–2 mark with a 1.87 and 53 strikeouts across 10 starts and 57⅔ innings. Promoted to Double-A in mid-June, he went 7–3 with a 3.47 and 85 strikeouts in 16 starts spanning 90⅔ innings. For the full season, Singer finished 12–5 with a 2.85 in 26 starts, accumulating 138 strikeouts over 148⅓ innings. His rapid ascent through the Royals' system highlighted his command and pitch mix, earning him the No. 1 ranking among Kansas City prospects entering 2020 per MLB Pipeline, along with a spot on MLB Pipeline's overall Top 100 Prospects list (No. 58). The cancellation of the 2020 minor league season amid the prevented further development time, prompting the Royals to protect Singer on their 40-man roster in November 2019 and call him directly to the majors for a debut in July 2020.

Kansas City Royals

Brady Singer made his debut with the on July 25, 2020, during the shortened season impacted by the , starting against the Cleveland Indians at . In 12 starts that year, he posted a 4–5 record with a 4.06 ERA over 64+1⁄3 innings, recording 61 strikeouts while allowing 68 hits and 29 walks. Singer's 2021 season was marked by control challenges, as he issued 53 walks in 27 starts, finishing with a 5–10 record and a 4.91 ERA across 128+1⁄3 innings, with 131 strikeouts. He improved significantly in 2022, achieving a career-best 3.23 ERA in 24 starts and logging 153+1⁄3 innings with 150 strikeouts, contributing to a 10–5 record as a key part of the Royals' rotation. In 2023, Singer made a career-high 29 starts, totaling 159+2⁄3 innings with 133 strikeouts, though he ended with an 8–11 record and a 5.52 ERA; he was briefly placed on paternity leave in early September following the birth of his son. A highlight that year was his nine-start unbeaten streak from August 9 to September 23, during which he went 6–0 with a 1.89 ERA over 57 innings. Singer rebounded in 2024 with a 9–13 record, a 3.71 ERA, and 170 strikeouts in 32 starts and 179+2⁄3 innings, establishing himself as a reliable workhorse despite the Royals' inconsistent team support. Over his five seasons with Kansas City from 2020 to 2024, Singer compiled a 36–44 record with a 4.28 ERA, 645 strikeouts, and 685 1⁄3 innings pitched in 124 starts. On November 22, 2024, the traded Singer to the in exchange for infielder and outfielder , concluding his tenure with the organization that drafted him in 2018.

Cincinnati Reds

On November 22, 2024, the acquired right-handed starting pitcher Brady Singer from the in exchange for second baseman and outfielder , positioning Singer as a key addition to the ' rotation heading into the 2025 season. Singer quickly integrated into the rotation, joining forces with ace Hunter Greene to form a formidable front of the staff, contributing to an early-season surge where the trio of Greene, , and Singer anchored a deep pitching group. In his first full season with the , Singer made 32 starts, compiling a 14-12 record with a 4.03 , 163 , and a 1.24 over 169.2 , tying for eighth in the in wins. His strikeout total ranked 34th league-wide, providing consistent depth to a rotation that helped the achieve an 83-79 record and secure third place in the NL Central, though they fell in the Wild Card Series. Singer's performance featured notable highlights, including a five-game quality start streak in September where he went 4-0 with a 1.80 , underscoring his reliability in crucial late-season matchups. This stretch, combined with his overall endurance in leading the staff in , bolstered Cincinnati's playoff push and highlighted his adaptation to Great American Ball Park's hitter-friendly confines. As of November 2025, Singer's debut year with the was viewed positively, with his veteran presence stabilizing the rotation and setting a foundation for 2026 contention, though his impending eligibility loomed as a factor in future roster decisions.

International career

Collegiate national team

During his sophomore year at the in , Brady Singer was selected to join the Collegiate National Team, recognizing his emergence as a standout college pitcher. This invitation came in April, placing him among the nation's top amateur talents ahead of the team's summer schedule. However, Singer did not participate in the team's events, including the and international series, due to the ' extended postseason run that culminated in their championship. The selection nonetheless bolstered his profile as a premier prospect, contributing to his status as one of the top-ranked players entering the 2018 MLB Draft, where he was chosen 18th overall by the .

World Baseball Classic

In December 2022, Major League Baseball announced the rosters for the 2023 World Baseball Classic, selecting Brady Singer to represent Team USA alongside his Kansas City Royals teammate Bobby Witt Jr.. Singer made a relief appearance for Team USA during pool play on March 12, 2023, against Mexico in Phoenix, Arizona, where he pitched two innings and allowed four earned runs on four hits, contributing to an 11-5 loss that nonetheless allowed the United States to advance as the second-place team in Pool C.. Team USA went on to defeat Venezuela 9-7 in the quarterfinals and Cuba 4-2 in the semifinals before falling to Japan 3-2 in the championship game, securing the silver medal.. Singer described the experience as a significant honor, emphasizing the competitive drive of the roster: "Above anything else, we want to go win. That's the cool part about this team and representing our country -- we're not there to have fun. We're there to compete and win a ." He later reflected on the tournament's intensity, noting it as an unparalleled opportunity to pitch on an international stage despite the challenges of restrictions during his outing against ..

Personal life

Family

Brady Singer was born and raised in , by his parents, Brett and Jacquelyn Singer. His father, a former professional road racer, and mother fostered a close-knit family environment where Brady developed a strong bond with his older brother, , who is five years his senior. The brothers were inseparable during childhood, often engaging in playful mischief while keeping each other's secrets from their parents, which solidified their lifelong friendship. This bond was dramatically tested in March 2019 when suffered severe injuries in a accident, including a collapsed , broken , and a fractured ; the racing suit Brady had gifted him is credited with saving his life. Singer proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Tori Hillen, on May 22, 2021, during a rain delay in a game against the . The couple married on October 28, 2022, in . Their son, Beau, was born on September 1, 2023, in . As of 2025, Beau, who turned two in September, shares a joyful family life with his parents, often highlighted in Singer's posts celebrating their time together. Family has profoundly influenced Singer's career motivations, exemplified by his decision to take MLB paternity leave starting September 1, 2023, shortly after Beau's birth, prioritizing time with his newborn over immediate return to the mound. He returned to the ' rotation just three days later. Additionally, upon signing his professional contract in 2018, Singer used part of his bonus to pay off his parents' debts, underscoring his commitment to supporting his family's well-being.

Philanthropy and community involvement

One of Brady Singer's most notable philanthropic gestures occurred shortly after being drafted by the in 2018, when he used a portion of his $4.25 million to pay off his parents' accumulated debts as a Christmas gift. This act, detailed in a heartfelt letter he presented to them on December 25, acknowledged their financial sacrifices to support his career, including taking time off work and investing in travel and equipment from a young age. The story, which Singer shared publicly through video and media, quickly gained widespread attention and served as an inspiration for young athletes, highlighting themes of gratitude and family support in . In subsequent reflections, Singer has described the gesture as a way to strengthen his bond with his father and honor their shared struggles, emphasizing that he did not initially seek publicity for the act but appreciated its motivational impact on others. This aligns with values shaped by his family's financial challenges during his upbringing in , where limited resources underscored the importance of perseverance and giving back. Beyond this personal milestone, Singer has engaged in broader community initiatives. In 2021, he participated in a partnership with that raised $21,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City through player-led awareness efforts. In June 2023, as a Royals , he joined the Taylor Hooton Foundation's Advisory Board of Players, contributing to the organization's mission of educating over two million North American youth on the dangers of anabolic steroids and performance-enhancing substances via MLB partnerships and the ALL ME campaign. Following his trade to the in November 2024, Singer has continued supporting team-based charity events, including the 2025 Community Fund , which raised a record $344,305 for local youth programs. These efforts reflect his commitment to fostering positive role models and accessible opportunities in for underprivileged communities.

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