Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Baseball Pitcher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 28/11/1999 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Bloomington, IN |
Latest News about Will Klein
28/10/2025
Will Klein delivered a historic relief outing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in World Series Game 3 against the Toronto Blue Jays, pitching four scoreless innings and helping his team win an 18-inning marathon. The performance made him an unexpected postseason standout and a key contributor in the Dodgers' championship run.
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Bio/Wiki
| William Boone Klein is an American professional baseball pitcher who currently plays for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Born in Bloomington, Indiana, he was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 5th round of the 2020 MLB Draft. Known for his transition from catcher to pitcher after a broken thumb in high school, Klein has become a key contributor in the MLB, including a standout performance in the 2025 World Series. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'5" |
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| Weight | 230 lbs |
| Bats/Throws | Right/Right |
Personal Life
| Klein was primarily a catcher in high school until a broken thumb shifted his focus to pitching. He scored an ACT score of 34, which aided his college recruitment at Eastern Illinois University. |
Family
| Full name: William Boone Klein | |
| Born: 28/11/1999 in Bloomington, IN |
Career
| Draft | 2020, Kansas City Royals, Round 5, Pick 135 |
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| MLB Debut | 28/04/2024 |
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| Current Team | Los Angeles Dodgers |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/wllkln/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Primarily a catcher in high school until broken thumb shifted focus to pitching | |
| 2. ACT score of 34 aided college recruitment | |
| 3. High school senior stats: 17.2 IP, 1.98 ERA, 30 K | |
| 4. College: Led Eastern Illinois in strikeouts (2020 season) | |
| 5. Signed for $200,000 as draft pick | |
| 6. Career MiLB ERA over 5.00 before MLB success |