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Scott Effross: Bio, Career & Wife

By Rachel Hill

Scott Effross: Bio, Career & Wife

November 29, 2026

This article was last updated by Sujan on June 14, 2026

Consistent gameplay is one of the strengths of American professional baseball pitcher Scott Effross among many of his skillset. Everyone strives to reach his level of consistency. 

Scott plays for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball (MLB).

In October 2026, it was reported that the star athlete injured his elbow and needed Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery. 

Because the surgery procedure and healing process take time, he will likely miss all of the 2026 season matches. 

SCOTT FEATURED IMAGEScott Effross, Baseball Pitcher For The New York Yankees (Source: Pinstripe Alley) 

It has not been long since the talented athlete has been on the professional side of the game. 

In this article, we will discuss Scott’s life, career, family, and many more. 

First, let’s go through some quick facts about him.  

Scott Effross | Quick Facts

Full Name Scott Benjamin-Morton Effross Date of Birth December 28, 1993 Birth Place Twinsburg, Ohio Nick Name None Religion Unknown Nationality American Ethnicity Jewish Zodiac Sign Capricorn Age 32 Years Old  Height1.88 meters/ 6 ft. 1 in.Weight202 lb/ 92 kgHair Color Dark Brown Eye Color Dark Brown Build Athletic Father’s Name Stefan Effross Mother’s Name Christine Morton Siblings Unknown Education Twinsburg High School 
Indiana University Marital Status Married Wife Britt Effross Kids None Profession Baseball player  Position Pitcher Affiliations Chicago Cubs 
New York Yankees  Bats And Throws Right Net Worth An annual average salary of $250,582 Merch  , Social Media , Last Update May 2026

Scott Effross | Body Measurements

Effross has an athletically toned muscle and a firm body structure. He stands at 1.88 meters (6 feet 1 inch) and weighs 202 lb (92 kg). 

As for his appearance, Scott has fair skin, neatly trimmed dark brown hair, and eyes of similar color. 

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Scott Effross | Early Life

Effross (fully named Scott Benjamin-Morton Effross) was born on December 28, 1993, under the star sign Capricorn in Twinsburg, Ohio.

Scott was born to his parents, Christine Morton and Stefan Effross. He is of Jewish ethnicity.  

The information about his siblings, parents, childhood, and family background is unavailable. 

Education

Regarding his educational background, Scott Effross completed his early education at Twinsburg High School.

Following it, he attended Indiana University, majoring in political science.

Scott Effross | Career

Interesting fact, Scott Effross has been passionate about baseball since his early days. He played baseball for his high school team as a first baseman. 

Scott Effross During His College Scott Effross During His College (Source: Indiana University Athletics)

Before he left high school, Scott had gathered multiple accolades under his name. During his collegiate gameplay, he topped and surpassed several records. 

Scott also played for the Wareham Gatemen of the Cape Cod Baseball League during college. Altogether, he had a total of 81 pitching appearances in his college days. 

The Professional Arena

Scott Effross first joined the professional arena in the 2015 MLB Draft after he forwent his senior year.

He was drafted by Chicago Cubs as the 443 overall pick in the 15th round to play for the AZL Cubs of the Rookie Arizona League. 

After it, he also played for the Class A- Northwest League and Class A+ Carolina League. Furthermore, he pitched for several minor leagues until the year 2026.

As his minor league days ended in 2026, so did his days with the major league started. 

yankees-squadNew York Yankees Star Scott Effross (Third From Right) With His Team Members (Source: si.com) 

2026 was a great year for him as his dream to be a major league player finally came true. In August 2026, the Chicago Clubs drafted him, and he made his debut a few days later. 

Back then, he was rated the third-best in the National League. Later in August 2026, Scott signed with the New York Yankees. 

Unfortunately, because of his injury in October 2026, he could not play for the entire 2026 season. Likely, the champion won’t play in the 2026 season, either. 

Career Highlights And Awards

  • Cleveland Plain Dealer Player of the Week Honors
  • Northeast Ohio Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Team
  • First Team All-Northeast Ohio Conference
  • Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American
  • Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star

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Scott Effross | Net Worth

There are no fixed details regarding Scott Effross’s net worth and career earnings.

However, his estimated net worth is about $911,912. Effross has a year contract with the New York Yankees with an annual average salary of $701,500. 

Scott Effross | Personal Life

Scott Effross is happily married to his long-time best friend, Britt Effross. The couple does not have a children yet. 

Scott Effross and Britt Effross During Their Marriage Scott Effross and Britt Effross During Their Marriage (Source: Instagram)  

Scott is quite private about his life and does not post much in social media. So, not many details about his everyday life is known. 

Social Media

Scott Effross is active on Instagram and Twitter. He sometimes posts about games and his loved ones on social sites.

You can follow him on his social media to stay updated on the athlete. 

: 7.8k Followers 

: 6k Followers  

Popularity Graph 

Popularity graphThe popularity of Scott Effross Over The Past 12 Months (Source: Google) 

The above graphs show Scott Effross’s popularity over the past year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

Which Jersey Number Does Scott Effross Wear?

Scott Effross wears jersey number 59 for the New York Yankees. 

What Is Scott Effross’ Career Statistics Like?

Scott Effross made their MLB debut on August 29, 2026, for the Chicago Cubs. In 74 games, he has maintained a win-loss record of 3-5, 2.78 ERA, and 80 strikeouts. 

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