Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball pitcher |
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| Nationality | Dominican |
| Date of Birth | 25/01/2004 |
| Age | 22 years |
| Birthplace | Mao, Dominican Republic |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Walbert Ureña
18/04/2026
The Angels recalled Ureña from Triple-A Salt Lake, returning him to the major league roster. He went on to establish himself as a regular starter for the club over the rest of the 2026 season.
29/03/2026
The Los Angeles Angels optioned right-hander Walbert Ureña to Triple-A Salt Lake shortly after his major league debut, despite his strong spring training. He had earned a spot on the Opening Day roster after only one Triple-A appearance.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Walbert Jhoel Ureña |
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| Known For | Pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels of Major League Baseball |
| MLB Debut | 26/03/2026 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
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| Weight | 210 lb |
| Bats | Right |
| Throws | Right |
Career
| Current Team | Los Angeles Angels |
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| Position | Starting pitcher |
| Professional Signing | Signed with the Los Angeles Angels as an international free agent on 31/03/2021 |
| Minor League Debut | 2022 |
| Major League Debut | 26/03/2026 |
| 2026 Rookie Season | 29 starts, 2.97 ERA, 142 strikeouts in 148.1 innings |
| Honours | Named to Baseball America's All-Rookie First Team (2026) |
Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Right-handed starting pitcher who relies on a sinker and changeup, with a four-seam fastball and sweeper used less often |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born in Mao, Dominican Republic. | |
| 2. He made his professional debut in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League in 2022. | |
| 3. He reached the major leagues in 2026. | |
| 4. He was ranked as the 17th prospect in the Angels system before the 2026 season. | |
| 5. His 2026 rookie season set Angels rookie records for lowest batting average against (.210) and opponent OPS (.613). |
