Lachlan Wells

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93+13 innings of work. Wells elected free agency following the season on 6 November. [14]

Kiwoom Heroes

On 11 June 2025, Wells signed with the Kiwoom Heroes of the KBO League as an injury replacement for Kenny Rosenberg. [15] He made his debut for the Heroes as a starter on 25 June. [16] Wells' contract expired with the Heroes on 23 July, [17] and he returned to Australia despite being offered a full-season contract after Rosenberg was ruled out for the year. [18]

Personal

Wells pitched for the Australian national baseball team in the 2017 World Baseball Classic. [19] His twin brother, Alexander Wells, pitched for the Baltimore Orioles. [20] [21]

References

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  13. "In love with baseball again, Australia's Lachlan Wells signs with Philadelphia Phillies".
  14. Eddy, Matt (6 November 2024). "Minor League Free Agents 2024". Baseball America. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
  15. https://x.com/KBO_ENG/status/1932683099214881195
  16. Eddy, Matt (26 June 2025). "Lachlan Wells excels in Kiwoom Heroes debut with strong pitching performance". Chosun Biz. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  17. "Kiwoom bids farewell to pitcher Lachlan Wells before game against Lotte". Chosun Biz. 23 July 2025. Retrieved 25 July 2025.
  18. "Heroes sign new pitcher C.C. Mercedes". koreatimes.co.kr. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
  19. "Eleven Minnesota Twins on World Baseball Classic rosters". Star Tribune . Retrieved 14 February 2017.
  20. "Australian Wells twin are both in pro baseball". MLB.com . Retrieved 14 February 2017.
  21. "Alexander Wells Rewards Orioles' Patience". July 2021.
Lachlan Wells
Free agent
Pitcher
Born: (1997-02-27) 27 February 1997 (age 28)
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
Bats: Left
Throws: Left
KBO debut
June 25, 2025, for the Kiwoom Heroes