Quick Info
| Profession | Major League Baseball Relief Pitcher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 28/05/1988 |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthplace | Huntsville, AL |
Latest News about Craig Kimbrel
03/08/2026
The Tampa Bay Rays designated Craig Kimbrel for assignment on August 2, 2026 after acquiring bullpen help and reshuffling their roster. Kimbrel had posted a 3.86 ERA in 19 appearances for Tampa Bay before the move.
26/05/2026
Craig Kimbrel signed a Major League contract with the Tampa Bay Rays on May 26, 2026 after being designated for assignment by the New York Mets. He joined the Rays to add veteran bullpen depth and made his debut for the club that same night.
22/05/2026
The New York Mets designated Craig Kimbrel for assignment on May 22, 2026 after he struggled in limited action with the team. The move ended his short stint in New York and left him available for other clubs.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Craig Michael Kimbrel |
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| Nickname | Dirty Craig |
Physical Stats & More
| Height: 6'0" | |
| Weight: 215 lbs |
Career
| MLB Debut | 07/05/2010 |
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| Draft | 2008, Atlanta Braves, Round 3, Pick 96 |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Set NL rookie record with 46 saves in 2011 | |
| 2. Fastest to 200 saves in 318 games | |
| 3. Member of Water Mission charity efforts |