Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow is making headlines both for his stellar performance on the mound and for his heartwarming love story. The right-hander, who is set to pitch in Game 3 of the 2025 World Series after a competitive start to the series against the Toronto Blue Jays, first captured the attention of his fiancée, Meghan Murphy, back when he played for the Tampa Bay Rays.
During a game in 2021, Glasnow, then with the Rays, noticed Murphy in the stands. In a bold move to get her number, he had the team photographer zoom in on her and creatively wrote his phone number on a baseball before throwing it her way. Murphy’s response was equally charming; at the next game, she returned the gesture by tossing Glasnow a ball with her own number on it, leading to their courtship and eventual engagement.
Despite being part of a highly regarded pitching rotation that includes stars like Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Glasnow’s unique story of romance stands out. His journey to the Dodgers involved an impressive trade from the Rays in 2024, where he had achieved a career-best performance, leading to his first All-Star selection. This year, he has continued to dominate on the field, achieving significant strikeouts and maintaining an impressive ERA.
As Glasnow prepares for his third World Series start, fans and teammates alike are not only eager to see his athletic prowess but also to celebrate his inspiring personal journey. His story reminds us that love can be found in the most unexpected places, even at a baseball game.