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    Adam Plutko
    Plutko with the Baltimore Orioles
    Cincinnati Reds
    Pitcher
    Born: (1991-10-03) October 3, 1991 (age 33)
    Upland, California, U.S.
    Bats: Right
    Throws: Right
    Professional debut
    MLB: September 24, 2016, for the Cleveland Indians
    KBO: April 2, 2022, for the LG Twins
    MLB statistics
    (through 2021 season)
    Win–loss record14–14
    Earned run average5.39
    Strikeouts200
    KBO statistics
    (through 2023 season)
    Win–loss record26-8
    Earned run average2.40
    Strikeouts250
    Stats at Baseball Reference Edit this at Wikidata
    Teams
    Career highlights and awards
    KBO

    Adam Gregory Plutko (/ˈplʌtkoʊ/ PLUHT-koh;[1] born October 3, 1991) is an American professional baseball pitcher in the Cincinnati Reds organization. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Cleveland Indians and Baltimore Orioles and in the KBO League for the LG Twins. He played college baseball for the UCLA Bruins.

    Amateur career

    Plutko attended Glendora High School in Glendora, California, and then enrolled at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).[2] Though he was selected by the Houston Astros in the sixth round of the 2010 Major League Baseball draft, he opted not to sign with the Astros.[3]

    At UCLA, Plutko was a member of the Bruins baseball team. He was teammates with future MLB All-Stars Gerrit Cole and Trevor Bauer.[4] In 2013, Plutko led the Bruins to their first NCAA baseball championship, beating Mississippi State in the 2013 College World Series. During the World Series, he recorded wins over LSU in the opening round of the World Series and over against Mississippi State in Game 1 of the Championship Series. He was named the College World Series Most Outstanding Player.[5]

    Professional career

    Cleveland Indians

    The Cleveland Indians selected Plutko in the 11th round of the 2013 Major League Baseball draft.[6] He signed with the Indians but did not pitch for their Minor League Baseball affiliates that year due to a stress fracture in his shoulder.[7] Plutko made his professional debut in 2014 with the Lake County Captains of the Class A Midwest League.[8] In May, the Indians promoted Plutko to the Carolina Mudcats of the Class A-Advanced Carolina League.[9] In 28 games started between the two teams he compiled a 7–10 record and 4.03 ERA. He began the 2015 season with the Lynchburg Hillcats of the Carolina League,[10] and was promoted to the Akron RubberDucks of the Class AA Eastern League in May.[11] Plutko posted a 13–7 record, a 2.39 ERA, and a 0.93 WHIP in 27 starts between the two clubs.

    The Indians invited Plutko to spring training in 2016.[12] He began the 2016 season with Akron and was promoted to the Columbus Clippers of the Triple-A International League on June 16.[13]

    On September 20, 2016, the Indians purchased Plutko's contract from the Clippers and added him to their active roster.[14] In 28 starts for Akron and Columbus prior to his call up, he pitched to a 9–8 record and 3.73 ERA. He made his major league debut on September 24 as a relief pitcher.[15]

    Plutko spent all of 2017 with Columbus, going 7–12 with a 5.90 ERA in 24 games (22 starts).[16] He began 2018 with Columbus, and was recalled on May 3 for one game. He was optioned back to Columbus the day after. He was recalled once again on May 23 to take over as the fifth starter for Cleveland after Josh Tomlin was moved to the bullpen.[17] He was sent back to Columbus, and threw a no-hitter on June 2.[18] He finished with a record of 4–5 in 17 games (12 starts). The following season, Plutko was 7–5 in 109+1⁄3 innings.

    Before the 2020 season, Plutko was moved to the bullpen. He got a spot start in the second game of a doubleheader against the White Sox, where he went six innings and struck out four while allowing two runs.[19]

    With the 2020 Cleveland Indians, Plutko appeared in 10 games, compiling a 2–2 record with 4.88 ERA and 15 strikeouts in 27+2⁄3 innings pitched.[20]

    Baltimore Orioles

    On March 27, 2021, Plutko was traded to the Baltimore Orioles for cash.[21] In 38 games for Baltimore, Plutko posted a 6.71 ERA with 44 strikeouts. On August 15, Plutko was designated for assignment by the Orioles.[22] On August 19, Plutko cleared waivers and was assigned outright to the Triple-A Norfolk Tides.[23] On October 4, Plutko elected free agency.[24]

    LG Twins

    On December 9, 2021, Plutko signed a one-year contract worth $500,000 with an additional $300,000 in incentives with the LG Twins of the KBO League.[25] He had a 15–5 record and a 2.39 ERA for the Twins.[26] On December 2, 2022, Plutko re-signed with the Twins on a one-year contract for the 2023 season worth $1.4 million.[27] In 21 starts for the team, he logged an 11–3 record and 2.41 ERA with 101 strikeouts across 123+1⁄3 innings pitched. On October 27, 2023, Plutko left South Korea following a left hip injury.[28] He became a free agent following the season and announced he was hoping to return to Major League Baseball.[29]

    Minnesota Twins

    On May 3, 2024, Plutko signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins.[30] In 14 appearances split between the rookie-level Florida Complex League Twins and Triple-A St. Paul Saints, he posted a cumulative 6–2 record and 4.28 ERA with 50 strikeouts over 61 innings of work. Plutko elected free agency following the season on November 4.[31]

    Cincinnati Reds

    On April 9, 2025, Plutko signed a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds.[32] He began the season with the Triple-A Louisville Bats.[33]

    References

    1. ^ Major League Baseball 2021 Player Name Presentation Preferences and Pronunciations (Cleveland Indians page). Archived April 26, 2021, at the Wayback Machine Retrieved June 6, 2021
    2. ^ Gastelum, Andrew (June 24, 2013). "UCLA's Adam Plutko hopes to ride game-day routine to victory at College World Series". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved June 26, 2013.
    3. ^ Levine, Zachary (August 5, 2010). "Astros sign first-round pick DeShields". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved June 26, 2013.
    4. ^ Meisel, Zack. "While Trevor Bauer and Gerrit Cole steal the spotlight, don't overlook their college teammate, Adam Plutko". The Athletic.
    5. ^ Olson, Eric (June 26, 2013). "UCLA wins first College World Series with 8–0 win over Mississippi State". NorthJersey.com. Associated Press. Archived from the original on June 28, 2013. Retrieved June 26, 2013.
    6. ^ Emery, Mark (June 8, 2013). "Cleveland proud of its performance in 2013 Draft". MLB.com.
    7. ^ Lastoria, Tony (May 13, 2014). "A year after the draft, Plutko enjoying success with Indians". FOX Sports Ohio. Archived from the original on September 18, 2014. Retrieved September 18, 2014.
    8. ^ "Adam Plutko gets first pro win; Clint Frazier excels on defense: Cleveland Indians Class A Insider". cleveland.com. May 2, 2014. Retrieved September 18, 2014.
    9. ^ "Mudcats pitcher Adam Plutko mows them down: Cleveland Indians Advanced Class A Insider". cleveland.com. July 18, 2014. Retrieved September 18, 2014.
    10. ^ "Cleveland Indians' No. 19 prospect Adam Plutko earned first 2015 win with six shutout innings for Lynchburg Hillcats – MiLB.com News – The Official Site of Minor League Baseball". Minor League Baseball. Retrieved May 31, 2015.
    11. ^ Davies, Spencer (May 29, 2015). "Adam Plutko is newest addition to the Akron RubberDucks". Akron Beacon-Journal.
    12. ^ Hoynes, Paul (January 26, 2016). "Cleveland Indians invite Adam Plutko, Eric Stamets, Will Roberts, Todd Hankins to spring training". cleveland.com. Retrieved March 29, 2016.
    13. ^ "Cleveland Indians' No. 14 prospect Adam Plutko makes quick strides with Columbus Clippers". Minor League Baseball. June 28, 2016. Retrieved September 25, 2016.
    14. ^ Smith, Taylor (September 20, 2016). "Indians Call Up Adam Plutko, Designate T.J. House For Assignment". Today's Knuckleball. FanRag Sports. Archived from the original on September 21, 2016. Retrieved September 25, 2016.
    15. ^ "Cleveland Indians Adam Plutko makes his major-league debut, wife snags foul ball". The Plain Dealer. September 25, 2016. Retrieved September 25, 2016.
    16. ^ "Adam Plutko Stats, Highlights, Bio". Minor League Baseball. Retrieved May 23, 2018.
    17. ^ Hoynes, Paul (May 22, 2018). "A spot in the Cleveland Indians' starting rotation opens for Adam Plutko". Cleveland.com.
    18. ^ Rosenbaum, Mike (June 3, 2018). "Plutko fires Clippers' second no-hitter". MLB.com.
    19. ^ "Chicago White Sox vs Cleveland Indians Box Score: July 28, 2020". Baseball Reference.
    20. ^ "Adam Plutko Stats, Fantasy & News". MLB.com.
    21. ^ "Orioles Acquire Adam Plutko, Release Yolmer Sanchez". MLB Trade Rumors. March 30, 2021.
    22. ^ "Orioles Announce Several Roster Moves". MLB Trade Rumors. August 15, 2021.
    23. ^ "MLB Minor Transactions: 8/18/21". MLB Trade Rumors. August 18, 2021.
    24. ^ Franco, Anthony (October 7, 2021). "Players Recently Electing Free Agency". MLB Trade Rumors. Retrieved October 8, 2021.
    25. ^ "Ex-MLB All-Star Puig signs with S. Korean team". ESPN.com. December 10, 2021.
    26. ^ "Pitcher denies physical problems after rough KBO postseason outing". Yonhap News Agency. October 27, 2022.
    27. ^ "SSG Landers, NC Dinos left with one spot each to fill on foreign player roster". Korea JoongAng Daily. December 26, 2022. Retrieved June 2, 2024.
    28. ^ Yoo, Jee-ho (October 27, 2023). "Injured Twins starter Plutko leaves S. Korea before KBO championship series". Yonhap News Agency. Retrieved April 5, 2024.
    29. ^ "Adam Plutko Eyeing MLB Return". MLB Trade Rumors. Retrieved April 5, 2024.
    30. ^ "Twins, Adam Plutko Agree To Minor League Deal". MLB Trade Rumors. Retrieved May 3, 2024.
    31. ^ Eddy, Matt (November 6, 2024). "Minor League Free Agents 2024". Baseball America. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
    32. ^ Kuffner, Greg (April 11, 2025). "Cincinnati Reds Sign Pitcher Adam Plutko to Minor League Deal". On SI. Retrieved April 15, 2025.
    33. ^ "Adam Plutko College, Minor & Korean Leagues Statistics". Baseball-Reference.com. Retrieved June 26, 2025.
    Credit: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Plutko

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