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Cal Paul Quantrill (born February 10, 1995) is a Canadian professional baseball pitcher in the Texas Rangers organization. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Diego Padres, Cleveland Indians / Guardians, Colorado Rockies, Miami Marlins, and Atlanta Braves. Quantrill played college baseball for the Stanford Cardinal. He was selected in the first round of the 2016 MLB draft by the Padres, and made his MLB debut with them in 2019.

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Amateur career

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Quantrill attended Trinity College School in Port Hope, Ontario. He was a four-time varsity letterman in baseball, and also lettered in hockey and volleyball.[1] He was drafted by the New York Yankees in the 26th round of the 2013 Major League Baseball draft, but did not sign.[citation needed]

Quantrill chose to attend Stanford University to play college baseball for the Stanford Cardinal. In his freshman season, he made 17 starts for Stanford, including their game on opening day, becoming the first freshman to start opening day for Stanford since Mike Mussina in 1988.[1] Quantrill pitched to a 7–5 win–loss record, 2.68 earned run average (ERA), and 98 strikeouts in 1102⁄3 innings pitched.[1] In his sophomore year, Quantrill posted a 2–0 record and 1.93 ERA in 182⁄3 innings pitched before his season was cut short by an arm injury. He underwent Tommy John surgery and missed the remainder of the season and the entire 2016 season recovering.[1]

Professional career

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San Diego Padres (2019–2020)

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Heading into the 2016 Major League Baseball draft, Quantrill was ranked as one of the top available players by MLB.[2] He was selected by the San Diego Padres with the eighth overall selection. The Padres signed Quantrill, and assigned him to the Arizona Padres.[3] They promoted him to the Tri-City Dust Devils in August,[4] and then to the Fort Wayne TinCaps later in the month. He finished the 2016 season with a combined 0–5 record and a 5.11 ERA in 12 starts between the three teams. After the season, Quantrill pitched in the San Diego Padres Futures Game, where he pitched two innings, striking out four.

Quantrill spent 2017 with both the San Antonio Missions and the Lake Elsinore Storm where he posted a combined 7–10 record with a 3.80 ERA in 22 games started between both teams.[5] He began 2018 with San Antonio. On August 6, Quantrill started with the El Paso Chihuahuas the Triple-A affiliate for the Padres.[6] In 28 total starts between San Antonio and El Paso, he was 9–6 with a 4.80 ERA and a 1.47 WHIP.[7] He began 2019 back with El Paso.[8]

Quantrill made his major league debut with the Padres on May 1, 2019,[9] allowing two runs over 5+2⁄3 innings pitched.[10] He recorded his first major league win in Toronto on May 25. He was optioned to the El Paso Chihuahuas on May 26. On the 2020 season for the Padres, Quantrill was 2-0 in 10 appearances.

Cleveland Indians / Guardians (2020–2023)

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On August 31, 2020, the Padres traded Quantrill, along with Austin Hedges, Josh Naylor, and minor league players Gabriel Arias, Owen Miller, and Joey Cantillo to the Cleveland Indians for Mike Clevinger, Greg Allen, and Matt Waldron.[11] With the 2020 Cleveland Indians, Quantrill appeared in eight games, compiling a 0–0 record with 1.84 ERA and 13 strikeouts in 14+2⁄3 innings pitched.[12]

In 2021, his first season as a full-time starter, Quantrill went 8-2 with a 2.89 ERA in 149+2⁄3 innings, with a 1.176 WHIP.[13] In 2022, Quantrill went 15-5 with a 3.38 ERA in 186+1⁄3 innings, with a 1.208 WHIP.[14] During the season, fans began dubbing the days that Quantrill started "Cal Quantrill Day," following the phenomenon that he could always rely on run support from his offense, and even carried a perfect record at home through the regular season.[15]

On January 13, 2023, Quantrill agreed to a one-year, $5.55 million contract with the Guardians, avoiding salary arbitration.[16] On May 7, Quantrill pitched 6+2⁄3 no-hit innings against the Minnesota Twins before giving up a single to Alex Kirilloff.[17]

The Guardians designated Quantrill for assignment on November 14, 2023.[18]

Colorado Rockies (2024)

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On November 17, 2023, the Guardians traded Quantrill to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for minor league catcher Kody Huff.[19][20] In 29 starts for Colorado in 2024, he compiled an 8–11 record and 4.98 ERA with 110 strikeouts across 148+1⁄3 innings pitched. On November 22, 2024, the Rockies non-tendered Quantrill, making him a free agent.[21]

Miami Marlins (2025)

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On February 12, 2025, Quantrill signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Miami Marlins.[22] On May 18, he pitched an immaculate inning against the Tampa Bay Rays, becoming the second pitcher in Marlins history to do so after Jesús Sánchez in 1998. His three batters were Jonathan Aranda, Christopher Morel, and Kameron Misner.[23] In 24 starts for Miami, Quantrill posted a 4–10 record and 5.50 ERA with 82 strikeouts across 109+2⁄3 innings pitched.[24]

Atlanta Braves (2025)

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On August 21, 2025, Quantrill was claimed off waivers by the Atlanta Braves.[25] In two starts for the Braves, he struggled to a 13.50 ERA with three strikeouts across eight innings pitched. On September 4, Quantrill was released by Atlanta.[26][27]

Texas Rangers (2025–present)

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On September 9, 2025, Quantrill signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers.[28] He made two starts for the Triple-A Round Rock Express, logging a 1-0 record and 1.64 ERA with 14 strikeouts over 11 innings of work. Quantrill elected free agency following the season on November 6.[29][30]

On January 29, 2026, Quantrill re-signed with the Rangers organization on a minor league contract.[31]

Personal life

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Quantrill's father, Paul, played 14 seasons in Major League Baseball.

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Cal Quantrill (born February 10, 1995) is a Canadian known for his tenure as a in (MLB), where he has played for multiple teams including the San Diego Padres, , Colorado Rockies, , and . Drafted eighth overall by the Padres in the 2016 MLB Draft out of , Quantrill made his MLB debut in 2019 and posted 15 wins in 2022 while pitching for the Guardians. As of November 2025, he is an unrestricted following a brief stint with the Texas Rangers. Born in , Quantrill grew up in a baseball-oriented family; his father, Paul, pitched in MLB for 14 seasons from 1992 to 2005, including stints with the Boston Red Sox and Philadelphia Phillies, while his mother, Alyson, supported his early athletic pursuits. A left-handed batter and right-handed thrower standing 6 feet 3 inches tall, he attended , where he compiled a 29–13 record with a 2.69 ERA over three seasons, earning All-American honors in 2015. After being selected in the first round of the draft, Quantrill progressed through the Padres' system, debuting in the majors on May 1, 2019, against the Colorado Rockies. Quantrill's MLB career has spanned several franchises, beginning with the Padres from 2019 to 2020, followed by a trade to the Indians (renamed Guardians in 2022) ahead of the 2020 season, where he established himself as a reliable starter. His 2022 campaign marked his most successful year, posting a 15–5 record with a 3.38 in 32 starts, earning praise for his command and durability. Traded to the Rockies in November 2023, he struggled in the hitter-friendly environment during 2024, recording an 8–11 mark with a 4.98 . In February 2025, Quantrill signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Marlins but was in August 2025 and claimed off waivers by the Braves on August 21, 2025, where he made limited appearances before his release in late August; he then joined the Rangers on a minor league deal on September 4, 2025, but elected free agency on November 6, 2025. Over his career through 2025, Quantrill has amassed 47 wins against 46 losses with a 4.35 in 187 games, striking out 622 batters in 836.2 .

Amateur career

High school career

Cal Quantrill was born on February 10, 1995, in , , into a family with a strong legacy; his father, , a former reliever who pitched for 14 seasons, inspired his early passion for the sport. Growing up in this environment, Quantrill developed his skills playing minor sports locally, including for the Port Hope River Rats, before focusing on high school competition. Quantrill attended in Port Hope, where he earned four varsity letters in while also competing in hockey and . As a standout , he was named the team's MVP in 2011, 2012, and 2013, showcasing his dominance on the mound. One of his most notable achievements came during his senior year, when he threw a perfect game in the team's home opener, retiring all 21 batters faced and earning celebration from his schoolmates. His high school performance led to his selection by the New York Yankees in the 26th round of the 2013 MLB Draft, one of the teams for which his father had previously played. However, already committed to , Quantrill opted to pursue collegiate baseball instead of signing professionally. During his high school summers, Quantrill represented on the international stage, making three appearances with the 18U national team at World Championships. These experiences honed his competitive edge and contributed to his reputation as a top Canadian prospect.

Collegiate career

Quantrill committed to in 2013 as a highly regarded high school prospect. As a in 2014, he emerged as a standout starter for the , posting a 2.68 with a 7-5 record over 110.2 and 98 strikeouts, leading the team in both innings and strikeouts. His performance earned him Pac-12 Freshman of the Year honors, selection to the All-Pac-12 Team, and recognition as a Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American and Perfect Game Freshman All-American. Quantrill's sophomore season in 2015 was limited by injury, as he appeared in only three games with a 1.98 , a 2-0 record, 18.2 innings pitched, and 20 strikeouts before undergoing Tommy John surgery. He did not pitch during his junior year in 2016 due to recovery from the procedure but maintained his draft stock based on prior achievements and potential. Opting to forgo his senior year, Quantrill was selected eighth overall by the San Diego Padres in the 2016 MLB Draft and signed for a $3,963,045 bonus.

Professional career

San Diego Padres organization

Quantrill was selected by the San Diego Padres with the eighth overall pick in the 2016 Major League Baseball Draft out of Stanford University and signed with the organization on June 13, 2016, for a $4,978,300 bonus. He began his professional career that summer with the rookie-level Arizona League Padres, making five starts with a 5.27 ERA over 13.2 innings before earning promotions to the short-season Northwest League's Tri-City Dust Devils (1.93 ERA in 18.2 innings) and Low-A Midwest League's Fort Wayne TinCaps (17.36 ERA in 4.2 innings). These brief stints marked his debut season following recovery from Tommy John surgery he underwent in March 2015 during his sophomore year at Stanford. In 2017, Quantrill progressed through the Padres' system, starting at High-A in the , where he posted a 3.67 with 76 strikeouts in 73.2 across 14 starts. He earned a midseason promotion to Double-A in the , finishing the year with a 1-5 record and a 4.04 in 42.1 over eight starts. The following season, he returned to San Antonio for a full campaign, logging 22 starts with a 5.15 , 101 strikeouts, and a career-high 117 . Late in 2018, Quantrill made his Triple-A debut with the in the , recording a 3.48 and limiting opponents to a .246 over six starts and 31 . He spent the start of 2019 back at El Paso, going 2-1 with a 4.54 in 35.2 before his major league call-up. Quantrill made his MLB debut on May 1, 2019, starting against the at SunTrust Park, where he pitched 5.2 innings, allowing two earned runs on six hits with three strikeouts in a no-decision. In his initial five appearances that season—all starts—he went 1-2 with a 5.06 over 28.1 innings, showing promise as a control-oriented right-hander with a diverse pitch mix including a mid-90s and . He transitioned into a more regular rotation role later in 2019, finishing the year with the Padres at 6-8 and a 5.16 in 23 starts and 103 innings. Entering the shortened 2020 season amid the , Quantrill secured a spot in the Padres' starting rotation and went 2-0 with a 2.60 in 10 appearances (one start), striking out 18 batters in 17.1 while maintaining a low walk rate of 3.1 per nine . On , 2020, at the trade deadline, the Padres traded Quantrill along with outfielder , catcher , infielder , and prospects Gabriel Arias and Joey Cantillo to the Cleveland Indians in exchange for and outfielder Greg Allen.

Cleveland Guardians

On August 31, 2020, the Padres traded Quantrill to the Indians as part of a multi-player deal that sent to . He made his debut with Cleveland shortly after the trade, appearing in six games (two starts) and posting a 0-0 record with a 1.84 over 14.2 , allowing just three earned runs while striking out 13 batters. Quantrill transitioned to a full-time starting role in 2021, marking a breakout season where he went 8-2 with a 2.89 across 22 starts and 149.2 pitched, recording 118 strikeouts. His performance led all rookies in wins and established him as a key member of Cleveland's rotation, ranking third on the team in starts behind and . The following year, 2022, saw Quantrill achieve career highs, finishing 15-5 with a 3.38 in 32 starts and 186.1 , while fanning 128 batters. These efforts helped anchor Cleveland's pitching staff during their Central-winning season and playoff run. Injuries hampered Quantrill's 2023 season, limiting him to 19 starts with a 4-7 record and a 5.24 over 99.2 , during which he struck out 58 batters. He spent two separate stints on the 15-day due to right , from June 2 to June 30 and July 6 to September 1. Despite the setbacks, Quantrill had a standout outing on May 7 against the , carrying a into the seventh before Kirilloff's single broke it up, contributing to a 2-0 Guardians victory. Entering salary for 2023, he agreed to a one-year contract worth $5.5 million with . On November 17, 2023, the Guardians traded Quantrill to the Rockies in exchange for catcher Kody Huff.

Colorado Rockies

On November 17, 2023, the Colorado Rockies acquired Cal Quantrill from the in exchange for Kody Huff, adding a veteran starter to their rotation following his departure from a more pitcher-friendly environment in . To avoid salary , Quantrill agreed to a one-year worth $6.55 million for the 2024 season, marking his highest earnings to date and providing stability as he transitioned to the high-altitude challenges of . In 2024, Quantrill made 29 starts for the Rockies, posting an 8-11 record with a 4.98 over 148.1 while recording 110 strikeouts. His performance highlighted the difficulties of pitching at , where the thin air contributed to a career-high rate of 1.4 per nine , as he surrendered 23 long balls—many of which were fly balls amplified by the park's conditions. Despite these hurdles, Quantrill showed resilience in select outings, such as his May 3 start against the , where he struck out a season-high nine batters over 7⅔ , allowing no runs to help the Rockies secure a victory. Following the season, Quantrill became a after the Rockies non-tendered his contract on November 22, 2024, opting not to pursue amid concerns over his walk rate and late-season struggles. On February 12, 2025, he signed a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the , including performance incentives, to bolster their rotation as he sought a fresh start away from Denver's demanding environment.

2025 season

Quantrill began the 2025 season with the after signing a one-year, $3.5 million contract as a . In his tenure with Miami, he made 24 starts, compiling a 4-10 record with a 5.50 and 82 strikeouts over 109.2 . A highlight came on , when Quantrill threw an immaculate inning—the first of the 2025 MLB season—striking out the side on nine pitches against the in the fourth inning of a 5-1 Marlins victory. On August 19, the Marlins placed Quantrill on outright waivers amid his struggles. The claimed him off waivers two days later on August 21, optioning Luke Williams to Triple-A Gwinnett to make room on the roster. With , Quantrill appeared in two starts, going 0-2 with a 13.50 over 8 , allowing 14 earned runs while striking out 3. His brief stint ended on September 4, when the Braves released him and designated Williams for assignment. Following his release, Quantrill signed a minor-league contract with the Texas Rangers on September 9 and was assigned to Triple-A Round Rock , where he made no Major League appearances for the remainder of the season. On November 6, after the conclusion of the minor-league season, Quantrill elected free agency. For the full year across and , he finished with a 4-12 record, 6.04 ERA, and 85 strikeouts in 117.2 innings over 26 starts.

International career

Youth international play

Quantrill was selected to represent on the junior national team during his high school years at in , where he gained valuable international experience as a key member of the pitching staff. In 2011, he participated in the COPABE 18U Pan American Championships in , helping secure a as a mainstay in the rotation. The following year, Quantrill contributed to another finish for at the IBAF 18U World Championship in , , where he made starts including against (5.1 , four runs allowed) and in the gold medal game against the . These tournaments provided Quantrill with early exposure to high-level international competition, honing his skills ahead of his collegiate and professional careers.

World Baseball Classic

Cal Quantrill was selected to represent Team in the , marking his first senior international appearance. He was activated by the team on February 9, 2023, ahead of the tournament's start. During the event, Quantrill appeared in one game, starting against on March 12, 2023, where he pitched 0.2 and allowed 3 runs (all earned) on 2 hits and 4 walks, recording no strikeouts; nonetheless won 18-8. finished the Pool C stage with a 2-2 record, advancing to the quarterfinals before a 9-4 loss to .

Personal life

Family background

Cal Quantrill was born on February 10, 1995, in Port Hope, Ontario, Canada, to parents Paul and Alyson Quantrill. His father, Paul Quantrill, is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who enjoyed a 14-season career as a reliever from 1992 to 2005, appearing in 841 games across seven teams, including the Toronto Blue Jays (1996–2001), Los Angeles Dodgers (2002–2003), and New York Yankees (2004–2005). Alyson Quantrill, his mother, is also a native of Port Hope, where the family maintained strong roots despite the demands of Paul's professional career. Quantrill has two younger sisters, Reese and Avery, completing a close-knit family that supported his early interest in . Growing up in Port Hope, a small town on the shores of , Quantrill's childhood was profoundly shaped by his father's nomadic MLB lifestyle, which involved frequent relocations and extensive travel. He often accompanied Paul to and games, attending around 60 home games per season, serving as a batboy, and even interacting with baseball legends like and —experiences that fostered his passion for the sport from a young age and accustomed him to the rigors of professional baseball life. This peripatetic upbringing, blending Canadian hometown stability with the transient world of MLB clubhouses, instilled in Quantrill a resilient work ethic and deep appreciation for the game. Physically, Quantrill stands at 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m) tall and weighs 195 pounds (88 kg), batting left-handed while throwing right-handed—a profile that has contributed to his success as a . He is also connected to baseball heritage through , with his father-in-law being former MLB pitcher Andy Ashby.

Philanthropy and community involvement

Cal Quantrill has been married to Eastin Quantrill (née Ashby) since around 2020. The couple first met as children, around age six or seven, in the kids' room at , where their fathers—former MLB pitchers and Andy Ashby—worked together during their time with the . In 2022, Quantrill and his wife co-founded the "Letters with Love" initiative, an effort to send personalized letters of encouragement, along with small gifts, to foster children across the area, aiming to boost their confidence and sense of belonging. The program partners with organizations such as OhioGuidestone, a nonprofit providing behavioral health services to youth, as well as SAFY of and Smuckers. Building on this, in June 2023, the Quantrills hosted a special outing at in SouthPark Mall, where they joined OhioGuidestone's residential foster children to create customized stuffed animals, fostering joy and personal expression among the participants. The couple's philanthropic work emphasizes supporting vulnerable youth, with no children of their own mentioned as of 2025.

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