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Bryan Woo

Bryan Woo is an for the Mariners of (MLB). Born on January 30, 2000, in , Woo stands at 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 205 pounds; he bats and throws right-handed. Selected by the Mariners in the sixth round (174th overall) of the 2021 MLB Draft out of California Polytechnic State University, he signed a professional contract on July 20, 2021, and quickly progressed through the minors before making his MLB debut on June 3, 2023. Woo's early MLB career was marked by promise amid challenges, including injuries that limited his appearances in his debut 2023 season, where he posted a 4-5 record with a 4.21 () over 87.2 and 93 strikeouts. In 2024, he emerged as a key rotation member for the Mariners, achieving a 9-3 record with a 2.89 in 121.1 innings and 101 strikeouts, demonstrating improved command and effectiveness despite another injury-interrupted year. His rapid ascent from a mid-round draft pick and limited college playing time at —where he appeared in just 20 games over three seasons—to a reliable starter highlighted his potential as one of the American League's top young pitchers. Woo's breakout came in 2025, when he earned his first selection as a reserve for the team after compiling a 15-7 record, a 2.94 , 186.2 , and 198 strikeouts in 30 starts. That season, he finished 3rd in the in (0.927) and strikeout-to-walk ratio (5.50), and was named to the All-MLB Second Team while placing 5th in voting, solidifying his role as the Mariners' ace while battling through a late-season pectoral injury that sidelined him after September 19 but allowed a postseason return. Through his first three MLB seasons, Woo has maintained a career 28-15 record with a 3.21 over 395.2 innings and 392 strikeouts, positioning him as a cornerstone of Seattle's pitching staff entering the 2026 campaign.

Early life

Family background

Bryan Woo was born on January 30, 2000, in . He is the son of Clayton Woo and Hilary Woo, and grew up in the alongside his sister, Emily. His immediate family has remained closely connected to the region, providing consistent support throughout his life. Woo's paternal grandparents, John and Nancy Woo, immigrated from to the as teenagers. By 2023, the couple had been married for 64 years, with John at age 93 and Nancy at 85. John Woo passed away on July 10, 2025, at the age of 95. Extended family members, including his grandmother Nancy Woo who resides in El Cerrito, continue to live in the Bay Area and frequently attend his games. Woo's introduction to baseball occurred early through his family, particularly his father Clayton, who coached him in and assisted with training sessions. This familial involvement fostered his initial interest in the sport and emphasized the role of family in his development.

Youth and education

Bryan Woo grew up in Alameda, California, where he attended Alameda High School from 2014 to 2018. As a youth, he participated in a variety of sports, including , before focusing more exclusively on the latter during his high school years. At Alameda High School, Woo initially played as an , primarily at second base, throughout his early years on the varsity team. He transitioned to pitching during his junior year, marking a shift in his role that his coaches encouraged as a way to leverage his athleticism. Beyond baseball, Woo remained involved in school athletics, contributing to the Hornets' multi-sport environment, though specific extracurricular activities outside of sports are not prominently documented. Following his graduation from Alameda High School, Woo was not selected in the MLB Draft and opted to pursue higher education at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo. His club baseball coaches advocated on his behalf to secure a preferred walk-on position with the Mustangs' program, allowing him to continue developing as a while studying.

Amateur career

High school

Bryan Woo attended Alameda High School in Alameda, California, where he played baseball under head coach Ken Arnerich. Initially an infielder, primarily at second base, Woo transitioned to pitching during his junior year, marking a shift that would define his future career. In his senior year of 2017–18, Woo excelled as a two-way player, batting .422 while posting an 8–2 record on the mound with a 1.25 ERA. His performance helped lead the Hornets to a North Coast Section championship, a notable achievement that highlighted his emerging talent despite his relatively late start as a pitcher. For his efforts, Woo was named the West Alameda County Conference MVP following the season. Despite these accomplishments, Woo faced challenges in gaining widespread scouting attention, as he was not selected in the MLB Draft out of high school and received limited offers. This lack of high-profile recruitment underscored his under-the-radar status at the time, leading him to pursue a walk-on opportunity at the collegiate level. Woo graduated from Alameda High School in 2018.

College

Bryan Woo joined the California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) baseball team in San Luis Obispo as a walk-on after high school, transitioning fully to pitching during his college tenure. Following his freshman year, Woo played summer collegiate baseball for the Peninsula Oilers of the Alaska Baseball League, where he made eight starts and was named the league's top professional prospect. Over three seasons from 2019 to 2021, Woo primarily worked out of the , appearing in 31 with six starts and logging just 69.1 innings, which limited his overall development but allowed him to refine his mechanics in a competitive . His year in 2019 saw him make 14 appearances, including four starts, where he posted a 1-2 and 9.13 while striking out 27 batters. As a in 2020, he shifted exclusively to roles across seven outings, achieving a 1-3 with a 3.57 . Woo's junior campaign in 2021 was severely curtailed by an elbow injury that necessitated surgery in April, restricting him to 10 appearances (two starts) and a 2-2 record with a 6.11 ERA and 42 strikeouts. A standout moment came earlier in his sophomore year, when he delivered five scoreless innings in relief to secure a win against Baylor. Despite these modest statistics—culminating in a career 4-7 mark and 6.49 ERA—Woo opted to enter the 2021 MLB Draft, forgoing his senior season.

Professional career

Draft and minor leagues

Woo was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the sixth round, with the 174th overall pick, of the out of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. He signed with the organization for a $318,200 bonus but did not appear in any games that year while recovering from surgery he underwent in April 2021 to repair a torn in his right elbow. Woo made his professional debut on June 5, 2022, with the rookie-level , where he recorded three scoreless outings over 5⅔ innings with seven strikeouts. During one of those appearances, he took a 100-mph line drive off his face, requiring hospitalization but resulting in no fractures or long-term damage beyond a bruised cheekbone. He was quickly promoted to the Low-A on June 20, making four starts there with a 3.98 ERA and 29 strikeouts in 20⅓ innings. On August 2, Woo advanced to High-A , where he posted a 1-3 record and 4.78 ERA in seven starts but impressed with 46 strikeouts in 32 innings, including an 11-strikeout outing on August 19. Later in August 2022, Woo received another promotion to Double-A , making seven starts with a 2.16 and 37 strikeouts in 33⅓ to close out his debut professional season. It was during this stint that he began incorporating a sinker into his pitch mix, complementing his primary to add movement and induce ground balls. Overall in 2022, across four levels, Woo went 1-4 with a 4.11 in 57 , striking out 84 batters while limiting opponents to a .234 . Entering 2023, Woo returned to Double-A , where he dominated in nine starts with a 3-2 record, 2.05 , and 59 strikeouts in 44 , holding hitters to a .187 and walking just 12 batters. His rapid progression through the Mariners' system—from rookie ball to Double-A in his first full season—highlighted his command and efficiency, culminating in a direct call-up to the major leagues on June 3 after just 101 minor-league innings. Across his minor-league career before his MLB debut, Woo compiled a 4-6 record with a 2.97 in 101 innings over 25 starts, amassing 143 strikeouts and a 1.06 .

Major leagues

Bryan Woo made his Major League Baseball debut on June 3, 2023, starting for the Seattle Mariners against the at in . In his first appearance, he allowed six runs over two innings but recorded four strikeouts. In the 2023 season, Woo posted a 4-5 record with a 4.21 over 18 starts, totaling 87.2 and 93 strikeouts. His performance was promising early on, but a sidelined him in August, ending his rookie year prematurely. Woo's 2024 campaign was hampered by injuries, including elbow that delayed his season start until late April and a strain in . He finished with a 9-3 and a 2.89 , demonstrating with a 0.898 across 121.1 and 101 strikeouts. The 2025 season marked Woo's breakout, as he emerged as a cornerstone of the Mariners' with a 15-7 , 2.94 , 198 strikeouts, 0.93 , and 186.2 over 30 starts. Selected as an for the first time, he earned the nod as a reserve on July 6. Woo anchored the Mariners' pitching staff as their ace, contributing significantly to their postseason push. Despite being left off the ALDS roster due to late-season pectoral after September 19, he returned to make appearances in the AL Championship Series. Through November 2025, Woo's career MLB statistics stood at 28-15 with a 3.21 and 392 strikeouts in 70 appearances (all starts). Among his highlights was a career-high 13 strikeouts in a start against the , tying a Mariners single-game mark that season.

Pitching style

Repertoire

Bryan Woo's pitching repertoire consists of five primary pitches, emphasizing a fastball-heavy approach that leverages and for . In 2025, his arsenal featured a used 47.3% of the time, a sinker at 25.6%, a at 10.1%, a sweeper at 9.9%, and a at 7.1%, according to data. This mix resulted in over 70% usage, contributing to strong whiff rates and positive run values overall. The serves as the cornerstone of Woo's arsenal, averaging 95.7 mph with a whiff rate of 28.8% and a run value of +21 in 2025. It exhibits 9.7 inches of arm-side horizontal movement and limited vertical drop of 15.1 inches, creating an elevated plane that enhances its deceptive quality through late explosion from Woo's release. Woo's sinker, a introduced during his 2023 minor league stint with the Double-A to induce groundballs, averages 95.4 mph and was thrown 25.6% of the time in 2025. It generates significant sink with 24.1 inches of vertical drop and 16.6 inches of arm-side run, yielding a 10.8% whiff rate and +8 run value. Complementing his fastballs, Woo's slider operates in the mid-80s at an average of 88.5 , used 10.1% with a 36.1% whiff rate but neutral run value of 0 in 2025. The pitch features a tight break, characterized by 29.8 inches of vertical drop and minimal 2.9 inches of glove-side horizontal movement. The sweeper, thrown 9.9% of the time at an average of 85.1 , provides horizontal emphasis with 10.6 inches of glove-side break and 34.0 inches of vertical drop, achieving a high 46.3% whiff rate but a -1 run value in 2025. Woo's , averaging 89.6 mph and used 7.1% in 2025, adds off-speed variety with a 22.5% whiff rate and -1 run value. It demonstrates arm-side run of 16.2 inches horizontally and 29.6 inches of vertical drop, mimicking his path before fading. Over time, Woo's pitch mix has evolved toward greater reliance, reaching over 70% usage in 2025, which amplified his effectiveness as evidenced by metrics showing elevated whiff rates across the arsenal.

Mechanics and delivery

Bryan Woo employs a distinctive low three-quarters arm slot, releasing the ball from approximately 5 feet off the ground, which ranks among the lowest in and creates a flattened vertical approach angle for enhanced deception against hitters. This slot, which evolved naturally from an over-the-top delivery during his high school and early college days to a more comfortable low position post-Tommy John surgery in 2021, imparts a unique angle that makes his pitches appear to "rise" less than expected, complicating timing for batters. His delivery features efficient rotational mechanics characterized by high hip-shoulder separation and significant thoracic spine counter-rotation, allowing for optimal timing and from the lower body through the core to the arm. This rotational efficiency enables Woo to generate above-average velocity, with his averaging 95.6 and reaching a maximum of 98.7 , while maintaining across starts. Woo's athleticism and further support this, as he exhibits exceptional , strength, and —described as a "unicorn mover"—with minimal head movement that contributes to his command, evidenced by a league-leading 2.4% walk rate among qualified starters in 2024. Injuries have influenced refinements to his , including right in and medial plus a strain in 2024, prompting adjustments to preserve efficiency and reduce stress during recovery periods. These tweaks, such as emphasizing smoother sequencing post- rehab, have helped sustain his low-slot delivery without compromising velocity or control. Woo's evolution from a college reliever at , where he operated in shorter bursts, to a professional starter involved lengthening his stride and refining rotational timing to handle starter workloads, mirroring the successful low-slot profiles of pitchers like , who similarly leverage athletic stability for sustained high performance.

Personal life

Heritage and identity

Bryan Woo is a Chinese American of mixed heritage, with his paternal lineage rooted in . His grandparents were born in and immigrated to the as teenagers, establishing the family's presence in the region. Raised in the diverse environment of , Woo navigated a blend of American influences and Chinese cultural traditions, including family trips to during his childhood around age 7 or 8 and again in high school, where he visited ancestral villages to deepen his connection to his heritage. In a May 2025 interview for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, Woo shared reflections on maintaining ties to his roots amid his professional life, stating, “I think as I get older, I think I realize how important it is to stay in touch with those things and learn more about those things.” He has described his evolving from early struggles to greater embrace, noting in a July 2025 discussion, “It was something I struggled with growing up, and now it’s something I try to lean into.” Woo has highlighted the significance of his heritage in shaping his perspective on race and identity, particularly as a prominent Asian American figure in . He views himself as a for Asian American and mixed-race youth, emphasizing pride and representation: “I think just being outspoken about being proud to be Asian American, and really taking pride in that, is important,” while striving to demonstrate strong values through his career.

Family and community

Bryan Woo was born in , and raised in the alongside his parents, Clayton and Hilary Woo, and his younger sister, Emily. His parents have been unwavering supporters throughout his baseball career, attending every one of his starts, including road games, to cheer him on from the stands. This dedication was particularly evident during significant milestones, such as Woo's selection to the 2025 , when he shared the news in an emotional video call with his parents, highlighting their central role in his journey. Woo's extended family has also played a pivotal part in his life. His paternal grandparents, John and Nancy Woo of , shared a long and devoted marriage, approaching their 64th anniversary in July 2023, when John was 93 and Nancy was 85. John, who had long hoped to witness his grandson's professional success, attended Woo's MLB debut in that year, surrounded by about 30 family members and friends in a suite at . Tragically, John passed away on July 10, 2025, at the age of 95, just days after Woo's announcement and during one of his starts; Woo honored him by pitching a perfect third inning in the five days later. Nancy, who traveled from the Bay Area to for the event, joined Woo's parents, sister Emily, and girlfriend Clare in a planned to celebrate the occasion. In terms of community involvement, Woo has actively embraced his platform as a Mariners to give back, particularly to children. On June 17, 2025, he hosted a "reverse signing" event at in partnership with Hospital, ahead of a game against the Boston Red Sox. During the four-hour gathering, Woo and teammates including , Rowdy Tellez, and signed cards and memorabilia for hospitalized children, while the kids reciprocated by signing items for the players and toured the field. Woo described the experience as fulfilling, noting that "kids are probably my soft spot in terms of most important way I try to impact the community," and emphasized the joy it brought to participants with "a lot of wide smiles." This initiative underscores Woo's commitment to using baseball's reach for positive community impact, aligning with the Mariners' broader efforts to support youth accessibility to the sport.

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