Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball pitcher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 27/03/1993 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | Dothan, Alabama, United States |
Latest News about Clay Holmes
08/09/2026
The Chicago Cubs acquired Clay Holmes from the New York Mets ahead of the trade deadline, adding him to their pitching staff during the 2026 season. The move came as part of a larger deal that sent infielder prospect Jefferson Rojas to the Mets, with Holmes joining Chicago while recovering from a fibula injury.
05/08/2026
Clay Holmes said he was eager to pitch for the Chicago Cubs after being traded from the New York Mets. Reports at the time noted that the Cubs intended to use him in their revamped pitching mix, and that he was expected to start soon after the trade as he adjusted to his new team.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Clayton Walter Holmes |
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| Known For | Major League Baseball pitcher |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 5 in |
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| Weight | 245 lb |
| Bats | Right |
| Throws | Right |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Slocomb High School |
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Personal Life
| Diet | Maintains a gluten-free diet due to celiac disease |
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Career
| Draft | Selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 9th round of the 2011 MLB Draft |
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| MLB Debut | 06/04/2018 |
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Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Right-handed pitcher |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was originally committed to Auburn University before signing with the Pittsburgh Pirates. | |
| 2. Has played both as a reliever and starter in Major League Baseball. | |
| 3. Was diagnosed with celiac disease. |