Kyle Keller (baseball)

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1+23 innings pitched. [6]

Keller was designated for assignment on December 20, 2019.

Los Angeles Angels

On January 6, 2020, Keller was traded to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for Jose Estrada. [7] Keller only made two appearances for the Angels in 2020, giving up two runs in 2.1 innings for a 7.71 ERA with a lone strikeout. [8] On March 31, 2021, Keller was designated for assignment by the Angels. [9]

Pittsburgh Pirates

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Keller with the Indianapolis Indians

On April 5, 2021, Keller was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for cash considerations. [10] Keller made 32 appearances for the Pirates, going 1–1 with a 6.48 ERA and 36 strikeouts. On November 6, 2021, Keller was outrighted from the 40-man roster [11] and elected free agency the next day.

Hanshin Tigers

On December 11, 2021, Keller signed with the Hanshin Tigers of Nippon Professional Baseball. [12] Keller was mainly used as a relief pitcher.

Yomiuri Giants

On December 26, 2023, Keller signed with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball.

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Kyle Keller
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Keller with the Hanshin Tigers
Yomiuri Giants – No. 33
Pitcher
Born: (1993-04-28) April 28, 1993 (age 30)
Metairie, Louisiana, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
Professional debut
MLB: August 4, 2019, for the Miami Marlins
NPB: March 25, 2022, for the Hanshin Tigers