Daniel Robert Jansen is an American professional baseball catcher for the Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball (MLB). Jansen attended Appleton West High School in Appleton, Wisconsin, and was drafted by the Blue Jays in the 16th round of the 2013 Major League Baseball draft.
He had committed to play college baseball at Jacksonville University but signed with the Blue Jays instead. Jansen’s 2022 season began strongly before a left oblique injury in April sidelined him for over a month. On June 6, Jansen was again placed on the IL after suffering a fracture in his left pinky finger after being hit by a 96mph pitch during a game against the Kansas City Royals.
On July 22, 2022, the Blue Jays set a franchise record for runs scored in a game with a 28-5 win over the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Jansen hit 2 home runs over the Green Monster in left field, scored 4 times, and contributed 6 RBIs. Jansen and his wife Alexis were married in March 2022 with former teammate Rowdy Tellez as the officiant.
Danny Jansen Parents
Jansen is the younger son of parents, Steve and Kathy
Danny Jansen Baby
Jansen is the younger son of parents Steve and Kathy His older brother is Matthew. In his youth, Jansen’s family hosted players for the then-Seattle Mariners Class-A affiliate Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. In 2004, Adam Jones was housed by the Jansen family
Danny Jansen Wedding
Jansen and his wife Alexis were married in March 2022 with former teammate Rowdy Tellez as the officiant.
Danny Jansen Salary
In 2022, Jansen will earn a base salary of $1,950,000, while carrying a total salary of $1,950,000.
Danny Jansen Contract
Danny Jansen signed a 1 year / $1,950,000 contract with the Toronto Blue Jays, including $1,950,000 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $1,950,000.