Joplin Jailbirds Sign MSSU Pitcher for a Half Season

Kaylor Darnell  has signed to play in Joplin 

JOPLIN, Mo. -- The Joplin Jailbirds sign local, Kaylor Darnell, from Missouri Southern State University. 

Darnell is a pitcher from Webb City, competing at Missouri Southern State University during the academic year. Darnell will join the Jailbirds for the first half of the season, gaining extra innings to bring back to MSSU this fall.

“We’ve added another Lion and local arm to this year's roster. Kaylor is a proven pitcher and we are excited for him to be a Jailbird this season,” shared Jailbirds General Manager, Donovan Harns

The Joplin Jailbirds will debut in Kirksville on May 29th, and their season home opener in Joplin on Tuesday, June 2nd. To order home opener tickets, visit https://www.simpletix.com/e/joplin-jailbirds-vs-st-joseph-mustangs-06-tickets-254126. For more information about the Joplin Jailbirds and the upcoming season, follow the team on social media or visit the team’s official website, joplinbaseball.com

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About Joplin Baseball
Joplin Baseball, LLC was formed in 2025 and competes in the MINK League. The team provides a fun and affordable summer time activity for families and friends in the Joplin community. For tickets, merchandise and any other team information, visit joplinbaseball.com.