Dedniel Nunez Stats & Bio | Mets Pitcher

About Dedniel Nunez

Dedniel Nunez is a professional pitcher for the New York Mets, wearing jersey number 72. Born on June 5, 1996, in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Nunez developed his skills through dedicated training rather than a traditional collegiate path, forging his talent through hard work and determination in his home country. Standing at 6'2" and weighing 180 lbs, Nunez possesses an athletic build that complements his pitching repertoire. The Dominican right-hander brings a competitive edge to the Mets bullpen, drawing on his international baseball roots to compete at the highest level of professional baseball. His journey from the Dominican Republic to Major League Baseball represents the type of perseverance and passion that defines elite pitchers in today's game. Nunez continues to establish himself as a valuable contributor to New York's pitching staff.

Updated: Mar 1, 2026