Tyler Wells Biography: Wife, Age, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Stats, Salary, Injury, Contract

Tyler Wells is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles in Major League Baseball (MLB).

Known for his towering presence and versatility as both a starter and reliever, he has become a valuable asset to the Orioles’ pitching roster despite facing injury setbacks.

Profile

• Full Name: Tyler Austin Wells
• Stage Name: Tyler Wells
• Born: August 26, 1994
• Age: 30 years old
• Birthplace: Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American Professional Baseball Pitcher
• Height: 6’8″
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Wells
• Siblings: One brother
• Spouse: Not Married
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life and Education

Tyler Wells was born on August 26, 1994, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and raised in Yucaipa, California. His parents Mr and Mrs Wells, but he has a brother pursuing a career as a golf professional.

Growing up, Wells experienced a significant growth spurt, gaining eight inches between his sophomore and junior years of high school. He attended University High School in Morgantown, West Virginia, for his freshman and sophomore years before transferring to Yucaipa High School in California.

At Yucaipa, he excelled as a pitcher, going 8–0 with a 0.84 ERA as a junior in 2012 and posted a 0.28 ERA as a senior in 2013. Undrafted out of high school, Wells enrolled at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), where he played college baseball for the Coyotes.

As a freshman in 2014, he went 1–5 with a 4.30 ERA; as a sophomore in 2015, he recorded a 2–4 record with a 4.93 ERA; and as a junior in 2016, he broke out with a 4–7 record, a 2.84 ERA, and 89 strikeouts, ranking fourth in CSUSB history for single-season strikeouts.

His ethnicity is likely Caucasian, and his religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Tyler Wells was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the 15th round of the 2016 MLB June Amateur Draft from CSUSB. He began his professional career in the minors, splitting the 2018 season between Class A-Advanced Fort Myers and Double-A Chattanooga, going 10–6 with a 2.49 ERA, 31 walks, and 121 strikeouts over 119.1 innings.

Selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the Rule 5 Draft on December 10, 2020, Wells made his MLB debut on April 4, 2021, pitching a scoreless ninth inning against the Boston Red Sox. In 2021, he pitched 57 relief innings, going 2–3 with a 4.11 ERA, 65 strikeouts, and his first career save against the New York Yankees on September 5.

In 2022, he transitioned to the starting rotation, making 23 starts with a 7–7 record, a 4.25 ERA, and 76 strikeouts over 103.2 innings. Notable performances included a career-high seven scoreless innings against Pittsburgh on May 13, 2022, and five consecutive starts without a walk, a rare feat in Orioles history.

In 2023, he went 7–6 with a 3.64 ERA in 25 games (20 starts), including a standout 5.0 hitless innings against Texas. In 2024, Wells made three starts, recording a 5.87 ERA before undergoing season-ending surgery for a right elbow UCL sprain on May 31, 2024.

His career totals include 271 strikeouts over multiple seasons with the Orioles. He earns $2.075 million annually under a one-year contract for 2025.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @twellsmedia

Personal Life

Tyler Wells likely resides in Baltimore, Maryland, or California during the offseason. No public information confirms a spouse, children, or current relationship status, suggesting he keeps his personal life private.

Standing at 6’8″ and weighing 260 lbs, Wells is an avid golfer with a handicap around 10, often playing with his brother, an aspiring golf pro. He enjoys photography and video editing, sharing his work on his Instagram account @twellsmedia.

Wells owns a mini Bernedoodle named Buckley and is known for bringing a Hormel chili and cream cheese dip to potlucks. If portrayed in a movie, he has expressed a preference for Ashton Kutcher or Channing Tatum to play him.

His ethnicity and religious beliefs are not publicly detailed, but he maintains a low-key lifestyle focused on baseball and hobbies.

Net Worth

Tyler Wells’ estimated net worth is $1 million to $5 million. His wealth primarily comes from his MLB career, including a 2025 contract worth $2.075 million and prior earnings from his time with the Orioles and minor leagues. Additional income may come from endorsements, though specific deals are not documented.