Ken Waldichuk

Ken Waldichuk is a left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball. Born on January 8, 1998, in San Diego, California, he attended University City High School and later played college baseball at Saint Mary's College. Waldichuk's professional journey began when he was selected in the 5th round of the 2019 MLB Draft by the New York Yankees. He made his MLB debut on September 1, 2022, with the Oakland Athletics. Standing at 6 feet 4 inches and weighing 220 pounds, Ken Waldichuk is known for his effective fastball. During his 2022 season with the Athletics, Waldichuk pitched a total of 34.2 innings, recording an earned run average (ERA) of 4.933 with 33 strikeouts. His performance showed promise, as he managed to achieve a WHIP (walks plus hits per inning pitched) of 1.2115, indicating his ability to limit baserunners effectively. Throughout his career, Ken Waldichuk has been recognized for his ability to command multiple pitches, including a four-seam fastball with an average speed of 94.1 mph, a slider, a changeup, and a curveball. His skill set and physical attributes make him a valuable starting pitcher for the Athletics. The 2023 season saw Waldichuk continue to develop his craft, further establishing himself in the major leagues.