Kela signed a minor-league contract with the White Sox on Wednesday. Kela has been assigned to the Arizona complex as he builds up his arm. He last pitched in the Mexican winter league and hasn't pitched in the majors since appearing in 12 regular-season games for the Padres in 2021, when he registered a 5.06 ERA and 13:3 K:BB across 10.2 innings of relief. Kela just turned 32 years old on Wednesday.
Keone Kela: Everything you need to know
Keone Kela
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Status
ACTIVE
Birthdate
4/16/1993 (33)
Status
FA
HT/WT
6'1", 220 lbs
Draft Info
2012: Rd 12; Pk 28 (TEX)
Birthplace
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Position
RP
College
Everett Community College (WA)
Career History
San Diego Padres
2021-2022
(1 season)
Pittsburgh Pirates
2018-2021
(3 seasons)
Texas Rangers
2015-2018
(4 seasons)
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