Biography

BIOGRAPHY

David McKay was born March 31, 1995, in Melbourne, Florida. He is a pitcher in the MLB.

McKay was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the 14th round, 433rd overall, of the 2016 MLB draft.

He played for the Burlington Royals in his debut season of 2016, accumulating a 3–3 record with a 2.64 ERA in 44 innings.

On January 24, 2019, McKay was invited to major league spring training with the Mariners. McKay was called up to the majors for the first time on March 30, 2019. He was optioned to the Tacoma Rainiers on April 2, without appearing in a game. He was recalled to the major league roster on May 19, and made his debut on May 20 versus the Texas Rangers. During the 2019 season with Tacoma, McKay posted a 3–1 record, with a 5.15 ERA and 71 strikeouts in 30 appearances.

On July 12, 2022, McKay was claimed off waivers by the Oakland Athletics. He was recalled on July 22.