About Rob Whalen

Robert Donald Whalen (born January 31, 1994) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Atlanta Braves and the Seattle Mariners.

Early life
Whalen's parents are from Queens, New York City, and moved to the Pocono Mountains to raise their children. After Whalen's older sisters graduated from high school, the Whalens moved to Florida, where Whalen would have a better opportunity to pursue a career in baseball. He graduated from Haines City High School in Haines City, Florida.