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Jackson Rutledge is a professional baseball pitcher in the Philadelphia Phillies organization, known for his size, power arm, and potential as a frontline starter. Born on April 1, 1999, in St. Louis, Missouri, Rutledge played college baseball at San Jacinto College before being selected by the Nationals in the first round of the 2019 MLB Draft. Standing at 6-foot-8, he quickly became one of the most physically imposing pitching prospects in baseball, featuring a high-velocity fastball and a developing mix of secondary pitches.

Rutledge worked his way through the Washington Nationals’ system, focusing on refining his command and consistency while maintaining his elite velocity. Known for his ability to generate strikeouts and overpower hitters, he has the tools to develop into a high-impact starter at the major league level. Now as part of the Philies organization, he continues to gain experience, Rutledge remains a key part of Philadelphia’s future plans, with the potential to become a dominant presence on the mound.