Archie Bradley (baseball)
A fiery right-handed reliever known for his high-velocity fastball and a legendary postseason dash to save a teammate from a broken bat.
Born 1992 (age 34)·American baseball pitcher·Birthday: August 10·Millennials
Biography
Archie Bradley arrived in professional baseball carrying the weight of a top prospect, a first-round pick by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2011 known for a powerful arm. His early career saw shifts between starting and relieving, but he found his most impactful identity in the bullpen. Pitching with visible emotion and a mid-90s fastball, he became a reliable late-inning option. His moment of national fame, however, came not from a pitch, but from a sprint. During the 2017 National League Wild Card Game, a foul ball shattered the bat of teammate J.D. Martinez, sending a jagged piece hurtling toward the dugout. Bradley, seated in the bullpen, instantly vaulted the fence and sprinted to shove Martinez out of harm's way, a moment of instinctive loyalty that became an iconic baseball highlight. Though injuries later affected his trajectory, his nine-year MLB journey, which included stops with several clubs, was defined by that blend of raw talent and unforgettable heart.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Archie was born in 1992, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Archie Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Archie's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2005Became a teenager
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Recorded a pivotal save in the 2017 NL Wild Card Game for the Arizona Diamondbacks, shortly after his famous dash to protect a teammate.
- Pitched a career-high 73 innings in relief for Arizona in 2019, posting a 3.52 ERA with 87 strikeouts.
- Was selected 7th overall by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first round of the 2011 MLB draft.
- Appeared in 9 MLB seasons, pitching for five different teams including the Diamondbacks, Reds, and Phillies.
Did You Know?
He was a highly touted multi-sport athlete in high school in Oklahoma, also excelling as a quarterback.
His heroic sprint to the dugout during the 2017 playoffs is one of the most replayed non-playing moments in recent baseball history.
He played for Team USA in the 2010 18U Baseball World Cup, winning a gold medal.
He is an avid outdoorsman and hunter.
“I found my role in the bullpen, where every pitch is a high-stakes moment.”
