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Cole Kimball | Relief Pitcher

Team: Washington Nationals
Age / DOB:  (27) / 8/1/1985
Ht / Wt:  6'3' / 225
Bats / Throws: Right / Right
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Nationals optioned RHP Cole Kimball to Triple-A Syracuse; reassigned RHP Jeremy Accardo to minor league camp.
Kimball has dealt with more shoulder issues in camp and wasn't a candidate for the Opening Day roster, anyway. Both he and Accardo are potential options down the line, however. Mar 22 - 12:55 PM

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Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Cole Kimball (shoulder) threw a successful bullpen session Wednesday.

Kimball has been out of action for a week due to stiffness in the back of his shoulder. Though it's not considered serious, he has a history of shoulder issues and missed most of the last two seasons because of rotator cuff surgery. He'll begin the year at Triple-A.
Source: Nationals.mlb.com
Mar 21 - 7:32 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Nationals manager Davey Johnson confirmed Cole Kimball isn't a candidate for the Opening Day roster.

Kimball is fully recovered from his July 2011 rotator cuff surgery and has looked good in spring training, but the Nationals don't consider him "anywhere near the mix" for a bullpen spot. The 27-year-old is expected to open 2013 at Triple-A Syracuse and could make an impact at some point this season.
Source: Washington Times
Feb 17 - 6:03 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Cole Kimball said on Tuesday afternoon that he is fully recovered from his July 2011 rotator cuff surgery.

"I’m 100 percent," the 27-year-old right-hander told reporters. "It’s like I never had surgery. It’s like nothing ever happened." Kimball could see action out of the Washington bullpen at some point this season.
Source: Washington Post
Feb 12 - 4:52 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Cole Kimball was announced Saturday as the winner of the Arizona Fall League's Stenson Award winner, recognizing unselfishness, hard work and leadership.

The Nationals' 27-year-old right-hander is still working his way back from shoulder surgery that he underwent in July of 2011. Kimball had a 4.80 ERA over 15 innings of work, but is feeling healthier every day. He'll compete for a role in the Nats bullpen during spring training.
Source: Nationals.MLB.com
Sat, Nov 17, 2012 06:39:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Nationals activated RHP Cole Kimball from the 60-day disabled list.

Kimball is coming of major shoulder surgery but is now healthy and was recently cleared to pitch in the Arizona Fall League. Assuming he avoids setbacks, he'll compete for a middle relief role with the Nationals in spring training.
Sat, Nov 3, 2012 10:48:00 AM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Cole Kimball (shoulder) has joined Washington's GCL club to begin a rehab assignment.

Kimball underwent major shoulder surgery last July and appears to be slightly ahead of schedule in his recovery. He posted a 1.93 ERA and 11/11 K/BB ratio over 14 innings with the Nationals last season. The 26-year-old right-hander will likely be stationed at Triple-A Syracuse once he returns to full health, though he could potentially reach Washington when rosters expand in September if everything breaks right.
Source: Amanda Comak on Twitter
Tue, Jun 19, 2012 03:04:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Nationals placed RHP Cole Kimball on the 60-day disabled list with a right shoulder injury.

Kimball underwent major shoulder surgery last July and is not expected to be ready for live action until right around the All-Star break this year. The 26-year-old right-hander will likely be stationed at Triple-A Syracuse once he returns to full health.
Tue, Apr 3, 2012 10:54:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Cole Kimball (shoulder) is aiming to begin throwing off a mound in early April.

Kimball underwent significant shoulder surgery last July and probably won't be ready to pitch in a live minor league game for another three months. The 26-year-old could struggle to climb to the big leagues this year.
Source: Washington Post
Tue, Mar 27, 2012 12:41:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Cole Kimball (shoulder) has progressed his rehab and is now throwing from 100 feet.

Kimball, 25, underwent shoulder surgery in July and is not likely to return until around the All-Star break. He's been working out at Washington's facility since January 10. "It feels normal," Kimball said. "Everything is identical, and that's what's encouraging. A lot of guys change their delivery and change their arm action. It's the same thing, so I'm excited." He posted an 1.93 ERA and 11/11 K/BB ratio over 14 innings with the Nationals this season.
Source: Washington Post
Sun, Feb 19, 2012 04:59:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Nationals claimed RHP Cole Kimball off waivers from the Blue Jays.

The Blue Jays just claimed Kimball two days ago, but they decided he wasn't worth taking up a spot on the 40-man roster as he recovered from shoulder surgery. The righty isn't expected back until around midseason next year.
Fri, Nov 18, 2011 03:51:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Blue Jays claimed RHP Cole Kimball off waivers from the Nationals.

Kimball, 25, underwent shoulder surgery in July and is likely to miss the early part of the 2012 season. He posted an 1.93 ERA and 11/11 K/BB ratio over 14 innings with the Nationals this season.
Wed, Nov 16, 2011 03:07:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Nationals transferred RHP Cole Kimball from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list.

Kimball was moved to open a spot on the 40-man roster. The young right-hander underwent shoulder surgery in July and is a question mark for the early part of the 2012 season.
Tue, Sep 6, 2011 05:39:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Cole Kimball (shoulder) said Tuesday that he hopes to return around the All-Star break next season.

Kimball underwent surgery earlier this month and won't be 100 percent by spring training next year. The 25-year-old right-hander posted a 1.93 ERA and 11/11 K/BB ratio over 14 innings with the Nationals this season.
Source: Adam Kilgore on Twitter
Tue, Jul 26, 2011 04:42:00 PM
Cole Kimball - R - Nationals

Cole Kimball is scheduled to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery Wednesday in New York.

The procedure, which will repair a tear in Kimball's rotator cuff, is set to take place in New York City under the guidance of Dr. David Altchek. The 25-year-old right-hander registered a 1.93 ERA in 14 innings this season. He'll head to the Nationals' spring training complex in Florida once he's ready to begin baseball activities.
Source: Nationals.mlb.com
Mon, Jul 11, 2011 09:45:00 AM

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