P. J. Walters

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2⁄3 innings. [6]

Los Angeles Dodgers

Walters signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 6, 2015. [24] He started four games for the AAA Oklahoma City Dodgers and one for the AA Tulsa Drillers. [6]

Washington Nationals

On June 1, 2015, Walters was traded to the Washington Nationals for cash considerations. [25] He was released on April 11, 2016.

Personal life

Walters was born March 12, 1985, in Dothan, Alabama. [1] He and his wife, Brittney, had three children and reside in Loxley, Alabama. [1] [26]

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P. J. Walters
P. J. Walters on June 2, 2012.jpg
Walters with the Minnesota Twins
Pitcher
Born: (1985-03-12) March 12, 1985 (age 39)
Dothan, Alabama, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
April 17, 2009, for the St. Louis Cardinals
Last MLB appearance
July 3, 2013, for the Minnesota Twins