Corey Baldwin: Young back rejoins Scarlets from Exeter Chiefs
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Corey Baldwin scores a try for Scarlets at London Irish in January 2020
Young back Corey Baldwin has rejoined Scarlets from Exeter Chiefs.
Baldwin, 22, came through the Scarlets' youth ranks and made 24 senior appearances, scoring in both European Challenge Cup ties against London Irish during the 2019-20 season.
The Wales Under-20 international can play at centre or on the wing.
"It is great to have Corey back here at the Scarlets. Scarlets supporters have already seen his talent on the senior stage," said head coach Dwayne Peel.
"He can slot in at centre or on the wing, is a dynamic and skilful runner with an eye for the try-line and will give us another quality option behind the scrum.
"We are proud of the amount of young players who have come through our system and have gone on to play international age-grade rugby and Corey is one of those.
"It has been brilliant to see him out there training with the boys at Parc y Scarlets this week."
After joining the Chiefs in the summer of 2020, Baldwin was part of the squad that won the European Champions Cup and Premiership titles during his time in the West Country.
"I've missed being in and around my home club and being part of the Scarlets family and I'm excited to be back," Baldwin said.
"It's been fantastic to be out there again training with boys this week.
"It's an exciting time for the club, there is a great buzz about the place and it is clear Scarlets have ambitions to be competing with the top sides in the new United Rugby Championship and in Europe.
"There is a huge amount of talent in the squad and I am looking forward to competing for the jersey.
"I'd like to thank Exeter for allowing me to return to my home club and wish them well for the season ahead."
Baldwin becomes the Scarlets' fifth signing for the 2021-22 campaign, following Scott Williams, Tom Price, Tomas Lezana and WillGriff John.