Gabe Klobosits

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30+2⁄3 relief innings pitched between the three clubs, he was 1–0 with a 1.47 ERA and 1.01 WHIP. [5]

With an imposing physical profile at 6 ft 7 in (2 m) and 270 pounds (120 kg), [4] Klobosits was described in 2017 by Baseball America 's Carlos Collazo as having "excellent plane" and a potent mid-90s fastball. [6] He was one of several pitching prospects the Nationals brought up for a simulated game to prepare their major league hitters for the 2017 National League Division Series. [7] Klobosits underwent Tommy John surgery in May 2018 after posting eleven appearances out of the bullpen for the Potomac Nationals. [8] He split the 2019 season between the GCL, Potomac, Hagerstown, going a combined 0–0 with a 2.03 ERA over 26+2⁄3 innings. He did not play in 2020 due to the cancellation of the Minor League Baseball season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Klobosits opened the 2021 season with the Harrisburg Senators and the Rochester Red Wings. [9]

On July 30, 2021, Washington selected his contract and promoted him to the active roster. He made his MLB debut that night in relief. [9] Klobosits made 11 appearances for the Nationals during his rookie campaign, posting an 0-1 record and 5.56 ERA with five strikeouts across 11+1⁄3 innings pitched. On April 6, 2022, Klobosits was designated for assignment by the Nationals. [10]

Oakland Athletics

On April 11, 2022, the Oakland Athletics claimed Klobosits off of waivers. [11] He appeared in 11 games for the Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators, struggling to a 7.59 ERA with 12 strikeouts in 10+2⁄3 innings pitched. Klobosits was designated for assignment by Oakland on June 8, following the promotion of Jared Koenig. [12] [13] He was released the same day. [14]

Gastonia Honey Hunters

On July 5, 2023, Klobosits signed with the Gastonia Honey Hunters of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. [15] In eight appearances out of the bullpen, Klobosits registered a 1.13 ERA with seven strikeouts and one save across eight innings of work.

Toronto Blue Jays

On July 22, 2023, Klobosits signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays organization. [16] In 14 games for the Triple–A Buffalo Bisons, he logged a 4.74 ERA with 12 strikeouts across 19 innings pitched. Klobosits elected free agency following the season on November 6. [17]

Gastonia Ghost Peppers

On April 24, 2024, Klobosits signed with the Gastonia Ghost Peppers of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. [18] In 45 appearances for Gastonia, he logged a 5–5 record and 2.18 ERA with 46 strikeouts and 11 saves across 45+1⁄3 innings of relief. Klobosits became a free agent following the season.

Cleburne Railroaders

On April 21, 2025, Klobosits signed with the Cleburne Railroaders of the American Association of Professional Baseball. [19] In three starts for Cleburne, he recorded a 3.18 ERA with 12 strikeouts across 11+1⁄3 innings pitched. Klobosits was released by the Railroaders on June 20. [20]

High Point Rockers

On July 15, 2025, Klobosits signed with the High Point Rockers of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. [21]

References

  1. ↑ "40 Gabe Klobosits". Auburn Tigers. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
  2. ↑ Stevens, Matthew (June 5, 2017). "Gabe Klobosits will start but who does Auburn have left in bullpen?". Montgomery Advertiser. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
  3. ↑ Vitale, Josh (June 14, 2017). "2 Auburn seniors, 5 signees taken on final day of MLB Draft". AU Now. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
  4. 1 2 Kerr, Byron (November 10, 2017). "Nats pitching prospect spotlight: RHP Gabe Klobosits". MASN Sports. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
  5. ↑ "Gabe Klobosits Stats, Highlights, Bio - MiLB.com Stats - The Official Site of Minor League Baseball". MiLB.com. Retrieved May 31, 2018.
  6. ↑ Collazo, Carlos. "2018 Nationals Top 10 Prospects Chat". Baseball America. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
  7. ↑ Castillo, Jorge (October 4, 2017). "Max Scherzer's status remains unclear, as Stephen Strasburg will almost certainly start Game 1". The Washington Post. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
  8. ↑ "2018 Prospect Watch". MLB.com. Retrieved August 31, 2018.
  9. 1 2 "Nationals select the contracts of Gabe Klobosits and Adrián Sanchez and recall Tres Barrera". MASN. July 30, 2021. Retrieved July 30, 2021.
  10. ↑ "2019 World Series MVP Strasburg goes to 10-day IL for Nats". USA Today. Associated Press. April 7, 2022. Retrieved June 9, 2022.
  11. ↑ "A's claim RHP Gabe Klobosits off waivers from Washington". MLB.com. Retrieved April 11, 2022.
  12. ↑ Odum, Charles (June 8, 2022). "Harris hits 2-run triple, streaking Braves pummel A's 13-2". Washington Post. Associated Press. Retrieved June 9, 2022.
  13. ↑ Lockard, Melissa (June 8, 2022). "As A's Jared Koenig prepares for MLB debut, here's a look at his pitch mix". The Athletic. Retrieved June 9, 2022.
  14. ↑ "Gabe Klobosits: Let go by Oakland". cbssports.com. Retrieved February 8, 2023.
  15. ↑ "Transactions – Atlantic League Pro Baseball".
  16. ↑ "Blue Jays' Gabe Klobosits: Inks minors deal with Toronto". cbssports.com. Retrieved July 22, 2023.
  17. ↑ "2023 MiLB Free Agents". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved April 29, 2024.
  18. ↑ "Gastonia Baseball Club - Atlantic League of Professional Baseball Clubs - team roster". Pointstreak Sports Technologies.
  19. ↑ "2025 Transactions". aabaseball.com. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
  20. ↑ "2025 Transactions". aabaseball.com. Retrieved June 21, 2025.
  21. ↑ "High Point Rockers Add Two Former MLB Pitchers". oursportscentral.com. Retrieved July 16, 2025.
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Gabe Klobosits
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Klobosits with the Auburn Doubledays in 2017
High Point Rockers – No. 39
Pitcher
Born: (1995-05-16) May 16, 1995 (age 30)
Katy, Texas, U.S.
Bats: Left
Throws: Right
MLB debut
July 30, 2021, for the Washington Nationals