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Adam Wilk
Wilk with the New York Mets
Pitcher
Born: (1987-12-09) December 9, 1987 (age 38)
Anaheim, California, U.S.
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
Professional debut
MLB: May 26, 2011, for the Detroit Tigers
KBO: April 2, 2013, for the NC Dinos
Last appearance
MLB: June 17, 2017, for the Minnesota Twins
KBO: September 29, 2013, for the NC Dinos
MLB statistics
Win–loss record0–5
Earned run average7.36
Strikeouts27
KBO statistics
Win–loss record4–8
Earned run average4.12
Strikeouts70
Stats at Baseball Reference Edit this at Wikidata
Teams

Adam Robert Wilk (born December 9, 1987) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Detroit Tigers, Los Angeles of Anaheim, New York Mets, and Minnesota Twins, and in the KBO League for the NC Dinos.

Amateur career

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Wilk graduated from Cypress High School in Cypress, California,[1] then attended Long Beach State, and in 2007 played for the Newport Gulls of the NECBL. He still holds the team records for lowest opponent batting average (.153) and fewest hits allowed (25).[2] In 2008, he played collegiate summer baseball with the Orleans Cardinals of the Cape Cod Baseball League and was named a league all-star.[3][4]

Professional career

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Wilk with the Tigers in 2012

Detroit Tigers

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The Detroit Tigers called Wilk up to the majors for the first time on May 24, 2011, when Phil Coke was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a bone bruise in his right foot.[5]

On May 26, 2011, Wilk made his major league debut against the Boston Red Sox, relieving Max Scherzer in the middle of the third inning. He pitched 3+2⁄3 innings, gave up one unearned run, struck out four batters, two hits, and one walk.[6] On May 28, Wilk was optioned to the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens to make room for recently acquired David Purcey.[7]

NC Dinos

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On December 19, 2012, Wilk's contact was sold by the Tigers to the NC Dinos of the KBO League.[8] He made 17 appearances (16 starts) for the Dinos in 2013, logging a 4-8 record and 4.12 ERA with 70 strikeouts across 91+2⁄3 innings pitched.

Pittsburgh Pirates

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Wilk signed a minor league contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates on December 18, 2013.[9] He made 28 appearances (24 starts) for the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians in 2014, compiling a 7-14 record and 4.73 ERA with 106 strikeouts and one save across 146+2⁄3 innings pitched.

Los Angeles Angels

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Wilk signed a major league contract with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim on December 5, 2014.[10] He made one appearance for Los Angeles on April 15, 2015, allowing one run across two innings pitched against the Texas Rangers. Wilk was designated for assignment by the Angels on July 25.[11] He cleared waivers and was sent outright to the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees the next day.[12]

Tampa Bay Rays

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The Tampa Bay Rays signed Wilk to a minor league contract on January 19, 2016.[13] In 15 starts for the Triple–A Durham Bulls, he logged a 2–8 record and 3.61 ERA with 75 strikeouts across 87+1⁄3 innings pitched. Wilk elected free agency following the season on November 7.[14]

New York Mets

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On January 12, 2017, Wilk signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets and was invited to spring training.[15] He began the season with the Triple-A Las Vegas 51s. On May 7, the Mets selected Wilk's contract, adding him to their active roster.[16] He started that day against the Miami Marlins, but allowed six runs (five earned) on eight hits over 3+2⁄3 innings. Wilk was designated for assignment for the Mets the next day, following the promotion of Tommy Milone.[17]

Minnesota Twins

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The Minnesota Twins claimed Wilk on waivers on May 10, 2017.[18] He was designated for assignment by the Twins following the promotion of Adalberto Mejía on May 27.[19] Wilk cleared waivers and was sent outright to the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings two days later.[20] On June 17, the Twins added Wilk back to their active roster.[21] He was designated for assignment the next day, following the promotion of Alan Busenitz.[22] In three appearances for Minnesota, Wilk had struggled to an 0-1 record and 7.84 ERA with six strikeouts across 10+1⁄3 innings pitched. He was released by the Twins on June 24.[23]

Cleveland Indians

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On January 20, 2018, Wilk signed a minor league contract with the Cleveland Indians.[24] In 27 starts for the Triple–A Columbus Clippers, he registered a 6–9 record and 3.66 ERA with 107 strikeouts across 164+2⁄3 innings pitched. Wilk elected free agency following the season on November 2.[25]

Personal life

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Wilk was noted for his community involvement while with the Toledo Mud Hens. In the 2012–2013 offseason, he began his own non-profit organization, the Adam Wilk Foundation.[26]

References

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  1. ^ Fletcher, Jeff (March 17, 2015). "After detour to South Korea, former Cypress star Wilk happy to be home with Angels". Orange County Register. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
  2. ^ Lima, Nick (June 1, 2014). "Newport Gulls Record Book". newportgulls.com. Retrieved February 7, 2015.
  3. ^ "2008 Orleans Cardinals". thebaseballcube.com. Retrieved July 20, 2021.
  4. ^ "East All-Star Roster: All-Star Game 2008". capecodbaseball.org. Retrieved May 6, 2020.
  5. ^ "Coke placed on DL, Wilk's contract purchased from Toledo". MLB.com. May 24, 2011. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
  6. ^ Vannini, Chris (May 26, 2011). "Tigers held in check after Scherzer struggles". MLB.com. Retrieved May 26, 2011.
  7. ^ Iott, Chris (May 28, 2011). "Tigers send Adam Wilk to Triple-A Toledo to make room for David Purcey". The Ann Arbor News. Retrieved May 28, 2011.
  8. ^ Iott, Chris (December 19, 2012). "Adam Wilk looks forward to pitching in Korea, is open to return to Detroit Tigers in future". Booth Newspapers. Retrieved December 19, 2012.
  9. ^ "Pirates sign seven Minor League free agents". MLB.com. December 18, 2013. Archived from the original on October 19, 2016. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
  10. ^ DiGiovanni, Mike (December 5, 2014). "Garrett Richards cleared to throw again; Angels sign two left-handers". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
  11. ^ "Angels acquire Conor Gillaspie from White Sox". ESPN.com. July 25, 2015. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
  12. ^ "Minor MLB Transactions: 7/26/15". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 5, 2025.
  13. ^ "Rays sign pair of left-handed pitchers to minor league deals". ESPN.com. Associated Press. January 19, 2016. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
  14. ^ "Minor League Free Agents 2016". baseballamerica.com. November 8, 2016. Retrieved August 3, 2024.
  15. ^ Trezza, Joe (January 12, 2017). "Mets sign left-handed Adam Wilk". MLB.com. Major League Baseball. Retrieved January 13, 2017.
  16. ^ "Reference at abcnews.go.com". ABC News.
  17. ^ "Mets Designate Adam Wilk, Add Tommy Milone To Active Roster". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
  18. ^ Adams, Steve (May 10, 2017). "Twins Claim Adam Wilk From Mets". Retrieved May 10, 2017.
  19. ^ "Twins Designate Adam Wilk". MLB Trade Rumors. May 26, 2017. Retrieved May 30, 2017.
  20. ^ "Minor MLB Transactions: 5/29/17". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
  21. ^ "Minor MLB Transactions: 6/17/17". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
  22. ^ "Twins Designate Adam Wilk For Assignment". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
  23. ^ "Minor MLB Transactions: 6/24/17". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
  24. ^ "Minor MLB Transactions: 1/20/18". January 20, 2018.
  25. ^ Eddy, Matt (November 6, 2018). "Minor League Free Agents 2018". Baseball America. Retrieved November 8, 2018.
  26. ^ Keisser, Bob (January 28, 2013). "Adam Wilk's popular act heads overseas". Press Telegram. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
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