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USA Baseball Announces 2024 Olympic Roster--Mason Miller Named to Team

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  Published in Sports and Competition on Thursday, December 18th 2025 at 11:41 GMT by Sporting News
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USA Baseball Announces 2024 Olympic Roster—San Diego Padres’ Mason Miller Named to Team

The United States baseball squad for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games was officially unveiled on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, by the United States Baseball Federation (USBF). In a move that has drawn both excitement and curiosity, the roster includes rookie pitcher Mason Miller of the San Diego Padres, who will make his international debut as part of the U.S. squad. The announcement, posted on the Sporting News website, comes after weeks of speculation over who will fill the 27‑player roster for the country’s 28th Olympic appearance.

Who’s in the Mix?

The roster is a blend of seasoned Major‑League veterans and promising prospects who have been called up to the MLB or are slated to do so during the season. At the top of the list are four of the league’s most high‑profile names:

The rest of the squad is a mosaic of talent from across the country:

• Pitching Core – The pitching staff includes two seasoned starters (Berrios, J.D. Martinez) and a handful of relievers (Ezequiel Alcala, Tyler Broussard, and, of course, Mason Miller). Miller, 22, will serve as a high‑velocity starter, drawing on a 1.92 ERA and 0.83 WHIP during his brief 2022 rookie campaign for the Padres’ Triple‑A affiliate.
• Hitting Lineup – In addition to Betts and Adams, the lineup features Alex Bregman, Nick Castellanos, and J.D. Martinez, giving the squad a potent offensive core.
• Defensive Anchors – A mix of veterans and young talent at the infield and outfield positions provides stability, with players such as J.D. Martinez (3B) and Matt Adams (1B) offering both power and agility.

A total of nine of the players on the roster are already active MLB players, while six are prospects slated to begin the season with their clubs, and the remaining 12 are players who have spent the previous season entirely in the minors. The selection demonstrates a balance between proven performance and the promise of future stars.

Mason Miller: From the Minors to the Olympics

Miller’s inclusion is particularly noteworthy. The 22‑year‑old right‑hander debuted with the Padres’ Triple‑A affiliate, the El Paso Chihuahuas, in July 2022, posting a 1.92 ERA over 27.1 innings and striking out 32 batters. He was called up to the major leagues on August 15, 2022, and made his debut in a relief appearance against the Houston Astros, recording a single out before being placed on the 10‑day injured list. Since then, he has finished the 2023 season with a 3.25 ERA and 1.01 WHIP over 28.2 innings, making 12 appearances (nine starts) for the Padres.

The Sporting News article notes that Miller was named to the roster after a successful summer with the Padres’ Triple‑A team, where he posted a 5‑1 record and 2.50 ERA. He has been praised for his control and ability to generate swings and misses, a skill set that US B F B wants to leverage against the world’s best hitters.

“Miller’s velocity and command make him an ideal fit for the national team,” said USA Baseball Director of Player Development, Jon Gordon. “He’s a young pitcher who’s shown he can handle high‑pressure situations and will bring fresh energy to the pitching staff.”

Context: The World Baseball Classic and Olympic History

The announcement follows the 2023 World Baseball Classic (WBC), in which the United States team finished fourth after a 1–2 record. While the WBC was a showcase for MLB talent, it also served as a springboard for emerging players to gain international experience. Mason Miller was not part of the WBC roster, but his rapid ascent to the majors and strong performance in the minors have made him a top candidate for the Olympic squad.

In terms of Olympic history, the United States has won three medals in baseball—gold in 1992, 1996, and 2000—before the sport was removed from the Olympic program after 2008. The 2024 Paris Games will be the first time since 2008 that baseball returns to the Olympic stage. “This is an exciting moment for the sport,” said President of USA Baseball, Tom Acker. “We have a roster that blends experience and youth, and we’re confident that the U.S. can return to the podium.”

The Road Ahead

The Olympic baseball tournament will begin on July 10, 2024, with the U.S. team placed in Group B alongside teams from Australia, Canada, and the Dominican Republic. The competition will be held at the new Olympic baseball stadium in Paris. Analysts predict that the U.S. will open with a hard‑fought game against Canada, a matchup that has historically been challenging for American teams.

Miller’s role will be pivotal. He will likely start Game 1 of the round‑robin against a less seasoned opponent to get a feel for the international setting. After the group stage, the U.S. will move on to the knockout rounds, where the pressure and stakes will rise dramatically.

In closing, the Sporting News coverage of the U.S. roster announcement highlights the country’s commitment to fielding a competitive team that balances MLB stars with rising talent. Mason Miller’s inclusion signals the trust the U.S. Baseball Federation places in the next generation of pitchers, and it sets the stage for an exciting tournament where the U.S. hopes to reclaim its status as a baseball powerhouse on the world’s biggest stage.

For more in‑depth coverage of the U.S. roster, including individual player profiles and game previews, check out the full Sporting News article linked here and follow the USA Baseball official website.