Cal Mitchell

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8+23 no-hit innings in a game against the Pirates on June 14, 2022, Mitchell laced a ground rule double with two strikes in the count to break up the no-hitter. [21]

Mitchell was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to begin the 2023 season. [22] In 74 games, he batted .264/.338/.426 with 9 home runs, 53 RBI, and 6 stolen bases. Mitchell played in two games for the Pirates, going hitless with one walk in four at–bats before being designated for assignment by Pittsburgh on September 1, 2023. [23] He cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple–A Indianapolis on September 5. [24] Mitchell elected free agency following the season on November 6. [25]

San Diego Padres

On November 15, 2023, Mitchell signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres that included an invitation to spring training. [26]

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Cal Mitchell
Cal Mitchell Brandeton.jpg
Mitchell with the Bradenton Marauders in 2019
San Diego Padres
Outfielder
Born: (1999-03-08) March 8, 1999 (age 25)
San Diego, California, U.S.
Bats: Left
Throws: Left
MLB debut
May 24, 2022, for the Pittsburgh Pirates