Cole Waites

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2+13 innings of work. [17] He was non-tendered and became a free agent on November 17.

On November 26, 2023, Waites re–signed with the Giants organization on a minor league contract. [18]

Pitching style

Waites relies primarily on a mid-90s fastball that has reached 100 mph, and an above-average slider. [19]

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Cole Waites
San Francisco Giants
Pitcher
Born: (1998-06-10) June 10, 1998 (age 25)
Lawrenceville, Georgia, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
MLB debut
September 13, 2022, for the San Francisco Giants