Ian Krol

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23 innings, and was a mid and post-season all-star. He also made four starts for High-A Stockton at the end of the year, going 1–0. Krol missed the first three months with an elbow injury, and was pitching in a rehab assignment in the Arizona League before he was suspended for the rest of the season—more than two months—for a tweet that included a graphic "gay slur along with some other offensive language". [4] [5] [6]

Krol began 2012 with the Ports as a starter, where in 15 starts, he went 1–7 with a 5.62 ERA. In late July, he was moved to the bullpen to reduce his projected innings pitched total. He performed well in that role, earning a promotion to the Double-A Midland RockHounds. [7] In 29 combined appearances (15 starts), he went 2–9 with a 5.20 ERA, striking out 89 batters in 97 innings. [8]

Washington Nationals

Krol was acquired by the Washington Nationals in March 2013 as a player to be named later in the trade that sent Michael Morse to the Seattle Mariners, John Jaso to Oakland, and A. J. Cole and Blake Treinen to the Nationals. [9] He was assigned to Double-A Harrisburg to begin the year, where he got off to a hot start. In 21 games with the Senators, he had a 0.69 ERA, striking out 29 in 26 innings.

He was called up to the majors for the first time on June 4, 2013. [10] He made his major league debut the next day against the Mets, striking out the side in one scoreless inning of work. After a short stint with the Triple-A Syracuse Chiefs at the end of August, Krol returned to the Nationals for September. In 32 games with Washington, he went 2–1 with two holds and a 3.95 ERA, striking out 22 in 2713 innings.

Detroit Tigers

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Krol with the Tigers in 2014

On December 2, 2013, Krol was traded to the Detroit Tigers, along with infielder Steve Lombardozzi and pitcher Robbie Ray, for starting pitcher Doug Fister. [11] On July 31, 2014, Krol was optioned to the Tigers AAA affiliate, the Toledo Mud Hens. He was called up by the Tigers on September 8, 2015, as a September call-up. [12] In 33 games with Detroit, Krol went 2–3 with a 5.79 ERA and 26 strikeouts in 28 innings.

Atlanta Braves

On November 20, 2015, the Tigers traded Krol and pitcher Gabe Speier to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for outfielder Cameron Maybin and cash considerations. [13] He was invited to spring training, and sent down to begin the 2016 season with the Triple A Gwinnett Braves. [14]

Los Angeles Angels

On February 6, 2018, Krol signed a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Angels. [15] He made one appearance for the Major League club, pitching two innings on May 27. The following day, May 28, he was designated for assignment, he requested and received his release on May 31. [16] [17]

New York Mets

Krol signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets on June 10, 2018. [18] He was released by the organization on September 2, 2018.

Cincinnati Reds

On January 29, 2019, Krol signed a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds that included an invitation to spring training. [19]

Minnesota Twins

On June 18, 2019, Krol signed a minor league deal with the Minnesota Twins. On August 16, Krol was suspended 50 games for his second positive test for a drug of abuse. [20] In 18 appearances for the Triple–A Rochester Red Wings, he compiled a 5.23 ERA with 30 strikeouts and 8 saves across 20+23 innings pitched. Krol elected free agency following the season on November 4. [21]

Detroit Tigers (second stint)

On December 14, 2020, Krol signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers with an invitation to spring training. [22] He was assigned to the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens to begin the 2021 season. In 17 games with Toledo, Krol logged a 2.42 ERA with 26 strikeouts. On July 7, 2021, Krol was selected to the major league roster. [23] In 5 appearances for the Tigers, Krol posted a 3.86 ERA with 4 strikeouts. On July 27, Krol was designated for assignment by the Tigers. [24] Krol cleared waivers and was outrighted to the Mud Hens two days later. On July 30, Krol's contract was again purchased from Toledo after the trade of Daniel Norris. In another 7 appearances for Detroit, Krol recorded a 5.87 ERA with 6 strikeouts. On August 27, Krol was designated for assignment once again, as the Tigers activated José Ureña from the injured list. [25] On August 30, Krol cleared waivers and was assigned outright to Triple-A Toledo. [26] On September 11, Krol was re-selected to the active roster. On November 5, Krol was outrighted off of the 40-man roster and elected free agency. [27]

San Diego Padres

On March 18, 2022, Krol signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres, which included an invitation to spring training. [28] He was released on June 16, 2022.

Yomiuri Giants

On July 19, 2022, Krol signed with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball. Krol made 21 appearances for the main team down the stretch, pitching to a 1–1 record and 3.86 ERA with 15 strikeouts in 21 innings of work. He became a free agent following the 2022 season.

Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos

On March 6, 2023, Krol signed with the Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos of the Mexican League. [29] In 2023, he appeared in 41 games, going 0–5 with a 4.19 ERA, 32 strikeouts, and 10 saves across 38+23 innings pitched.

In 2024, Krol appeared in 18 games, going 1–0 with a 2.12 ERA and 18 strikeouts across 17 innings of work. [30]

Saraperos de Saltillo

On June 20, 2024, Krol was traded to the Saraperos de Saltillo in exchange for Marcos Garibay. [31] In 16 appearances for Saltillo, he struggled to a 1–3 record and 9.00 ERA with 10 strikeouts and 4 saves across 15 innings pitched.

Pitch selection

Krol throws four pitches. He has a four-seam fastball in the 93–95 MPH range, a cut fastball between 88 and 90 MPH, a curveball between 77 and 79 MPH, and an above-average changeup averaging 83–85 MPH. [32]

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Ian Krol
Ian Krol.jpg
Krol with the Atlanta Braves
Saraperos de Saltillo – No. 46
Pitcher
Born: (1991-05-09) May 9, 1991 (age 33)
Hinsdale, Illinois, U.S.
Bats: Left
Throws: Left
Professional debut
MLB: June 5, 2013, for the Washington Nationals
NPB: July 16, 2022, for the Yomiuri Giants