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Rising Star: Mike Clevinger's Journey from the Cleveland Indians to the San Diego Padres

 


Mike Clevinger is a professional baseball player who currently pitches for the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball (MLB). He was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the fourth round of the 2011 MLB Draft, and made his MLB debut with the Indians in 2016.


Clevinger was born on December 21, 1990, in Jacksonville, Florida. He attended Wolfson High School in Jacksonville, where he played baseball and was named a first-team All-State selection as a senior. He then attended Seminole State College before transferring to Seminole State College of Florida.


Clevinger was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the fourth round of the 2011 MLB Draft. He worked his way through the Indians' minor league system, and was finally called up to the major leagues in 2016. He played with the Indians for four seasons, and by his last season he was considered one of the team's top starting pitchers, posting a 3.02 ERA and striking out over 200 batters in 2019.


In December 2019, Clevinger was traded to the San Diego Padres as part of a multi-player deal. He joined the Padres and had a solid start in the 2020 season, but he was later sidelined for most of the season due to an elbow injury. He returned healthy in 2021, and had a strong start to the season.


Clevinger is known for his high-velocity fastball, which can reach up to 96 mph, and his sharp breaking ball. He also throws a changeup and a slider. His pitching style and his ability to strike out many batters make him a valuable asset for any team. He is also known for his competitive spirit, and for being a fierce competitor on the field.


Clevinger is considered one of the top pitchers in the league and will continue to be a key player for the Padres as they look to build on their recent success

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