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    Stephen Kolek

    StephenKolek

    Kansas City Royals
    • Kansas City Royals
    • #32
    • Starting Pitcher
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      1.91 m, 95 kg
    • Birthdate
      18/4/1997 (28)
    • BAT/THR
      Right/Right
    • Birthplace
      Houston, TX
    • Status
      15-Day IL
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