Mark David Melancon is a retired American professional baseball pitcher. Born on March 28, 1985, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Melancon attended Wheat Ridge High School, where he played baseball and basketball. Melancon was initially drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 30th round of the 2003 MLB draft. He declined the offer so that he could attend the University of Arizona.
He was then drafted by the New York Yankees in the ninth round of the 2006 MLB draft and made his major league debut with them in 2009. He has since played for seven different teams: the Houston Astros, Boston Red Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Nationals, San Francisco Giants, Atlanta Braves, and San Diego Padres. Melancon has also established himself as one of the most consistent closers in baseball. He has led the National League in saves twice (2015, 2021) and has been an All-Star four times (2013, 2015, 2016, 2021). After his three-year stint with the Arizona Diamondbacks and due to injuries, Melancon retired from professional baseball on October 8, 2024, as per Spotrac.
Mark Melancon's Wife
Mary Catherine is Mark Melancon's wife. Born in Omaha to parents Bob Cimino and Sue Cimino, Mary attended Marian High School. She is a former collegiate athlete who played water polo at Notre Dame. Mary has a sister, Christine, who is married to former Los Angeles Angels outfielder J.B. Shuck (via Omaha).
How long have Mark Melancon and Mary Catherine been married?
Mark Melancon and Marty Catherine have been married for more than 15 years, as of May 2025. They got married on December 31, 2009, as per Melancon's Instagram post.
How many children does Mark Melancon and Marcy Chatherine have?
Mark Melancon and Mary Catherine have three children, as of May 2025.
FAQs on Mark Melancon
A. Mark Melancon made his MLB debut with the Yankees on April 26, 2009, as a relief pitcher against the Boston Red Sox on April 26, pitching two scoreless innings.
A. Mary Catherine is Mark Melancon's wife. The pair tied the knot in 2012.
A. Mark Melancon has been selected to four MLB All-Star games in his career as of May 2025.
A. Mark Melancon and Mary Catherine got married on December 31, 2009.
A. Mark Melancon and his wife Mary Catherine have three children: daughters, Brooklyn and Ella Grace Melancon, and son Jack David Melancon.
