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 |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Craig Kimbrel
The Kansas City Royals placed Craig Kimbrel on the bereavement list after he had joined the club in August 2026. The move was a temporary roster transaction and did not indicate any change to his long-term status with the team.
Craig Kimbrel signed a major league contract with the Kansas City Royals, becoming their bullpen addition for the stretch run. The move came after he elected free agency following his brief stint with the Tampa Bay Rays earlier in the season.
The Tampa Bay Rays designated Craig Kimbrel for assignment after signing him in late May 2026. He had given the Rays veteran relief depth but was removed from the active roster as the team reshuffled its bullpen.
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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 |



















