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[Official] 'Finally, the signing announcement' A strategic move toward the autumn baseball miracle: Signing of long-haired 152km/h fireballer Cleavinger, a pitcher with 60 MLB wins and an ERA in the 3rd-point range

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Mike Clevinger. /Photo=NC Dinos provided
Mike Clevinger. /Photo=NC Dinos provided

NC Dinos, racing toward the miracle of advancing to autumn baseball, has made a strategic move by replacing its foreign pitcher.

On the 12th, NC officially announced, "We have signed right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger (34, Mike Clevinger) as a replacement foreign player for Curtis Taylor for six weeks. The contract size is $75,000."

Regarding Clevinger, NC explained, "He was born on December 21, 1990, stands 193cm tall, weighs 97kg, and is a right-handed pitcher."

Clevinger began his professional career after being drafted by the Los Angeles Angels in 2011.

He played for the Cleveland Guardians, San Diego Padres, and Chicago White Sox, appearing in 164 games (142 starts) over nine seasons in Major League Baseball, recording 60 wins, 44 losses, 809.2 innings, 822 strikeouts, and an ERA of 3.55.

NC further explained that Clevinger relies on a fastball averaging 152km/h (in the 2026 season) and utilizes a changeup, cutter, and sweeper. He has extensive starting experience, having appeared in 164 games over nine seasons in Major League Baseball, including 142 starts."

Clevinger stated, "I am looking forward to joining NC Dinos and playing with new teammates. As the team is going through a crucial period at the end of the season, I will do my best to contribute to our playoff qualification by fulfilling my role. I hope to adapt quickly and show good performance in games."

Meanwhile, Clevinger is scheduled to enter the country via Incheon Airport on the evening of the 13th and join the team on the 15th.

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