Rob Wooten


Robert Davis Wooten is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He was called up to Major League Baseball by the Milwaukee Brewers for the first time on July 25, 2013 and made his major league debut the following day against the Colorado Rockies.

College career

Wooten earned a bachelor's degree in exercise and sport science from the University of North Carolina. During his playing days at North Carolina, the team advanced to three straight College World Series appearances from 2006 to 2008. In 2007, he played collegiate summer baseball with the Chatham A's of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

Professional career

Milwaukee Brewers

Wooten made his major league debut for the Brewers against the Colorado Rockies, pitching a scoreless inning. He emerged as a second setup man to closer Jim Henderson, along with Brandon Kintzler. Wooten usually pitched in the 7th inning, Kintzler in the 8th, and Henderson closed it out in the 9th.
Wooten didn't make the team out of spring training, but was recalled after Henderson was placed on the DL with right shoulder inflammation.
Wooten was outrighted off the Brewers roster on May 28, 2015.

Atlanta Braves

Wooten was signed by the Braves in January 2016. On May 3, Wooten was released by the Braves. He resigned a minor league deal on May 22. He became a free agent after the season.

Cincinnati Reds

On December 20, 2016, Wooten signed a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds. He elected free agency on November 3, 2018. On January 4, 2019, he re-signed to a minor league deal with the Reds. Wooten announced his retirement from professional baseball on April 18, 2020.

Personal life

Wooten is a Christian.