Héctor Rondón
| Héctor Rondón | |
|---|---|
 Rondón pitching for the Chicago Cubs in 2016 | |
| Pitcher | |
| Born: February 26, 1988 Guatire, Venezuela | |
Batted: Right Threw: Right | |
| MLB debut | |
| April 3, 2013, for the Chicago Cubs | |
| Last MLB appearance | |
| September 26, 2020, for the Arizona Diamondbacks | |
| MLB statistics | |
| Win–loss record | 24–20 |
| Earned run average | 3.49 |
| Strikeouts | 441 |
| Saves | 92 |
| Teams | |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Héctor Luis Rondón (born February 26, 1988) is a
Professional career
Cleveland Indians
Rondón signed as an international
Chicago Cubs
Rondón was selected by the
After struggles by Cubs closer
Houston Astros
On December 15, 2017, Rondón signed a two-year contract with the Houston Astros.[5] In 2018, he was 2–5 with 15 saves and a 3.20 ERA, pitching 59 innings in 63 relief appearances.[6] In 2019, Rondón was 3–2 with a 3.71 ERA, appearing in 62 games (one start) and pitching 60+2⁄3 innings.[6]
Arizona Diamondbacks
On January 9, 2020, Rondón and the Arizona Diamondbacks agreed to a $3 million, one-year contract.[7] During the shortened 2020 season, he made 23 relief appearances with the Diamondbacks, compiling a 7.65 ERA while striking out 23 batters in 20 innings; he recorded one win and no losses.[6]
Philadelphia Phillies
On February 2, 2021, Rondón signed a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies organization and was invited to spring training.[8] On March 25, 2021, Rondón requested and was granted his release by the Phillies.[9]
Boston Red Sox
On April 3, 2021, Rondón signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox organization.[10] On April 9, 2021, Rondón retired from professional baseball.[11]
Pitching repertoire
Rondón relies primarily on his
See also
References
- ^ Hoynes, Paul (August 29, 2012). "Hector Rondon, Carlos Carrasco make progress after surgeries: Cleveland Indians Insider". cleveland.com.
- ^ Arguello, John (2012-12-06). "Cubs select RHP Hector Rondon in Rule 5 Draft, lose Starling Peralta | Cubs Den". Chicagonow.com. Retrieved 2019-10-10.
- ^ ESPN
- ^ Bastian, Jordan; Muskat, Carrie. "Chicago Cubs win 2016 World Series". MLB. Archived from the original on November 30, 2017. Retrieved November 3, 2016.
- ^ Macklin, Oliver (December 15, 2017). "Astros agree with Rondon on 2-year deal". MLB.com. Retrieved December 15, 2017.
- ^ a b c "Hector Rondon Stats". Baseball-Reference.com. Retrieved April 7, 2021.
- ^ "Reports: Rondon, D-backs reach 1-year, $3M deal". ESPN.com. ESPN. January 9, 2020. Retrieved January 9, 2020.
- ^ "Phillies Sign Hector Rondon, David Paulino to Minors Deals".
- ^ "Ivan Nova, Hector Rondon Granted Release by Phillies".
- ^ "Red Sox Roster & Staff – Transactions". MLB.com. April 2021. Retrieved April 7, 2021.
- ^ "Hector Rondon Retires".
- ^ "Player Card: Hector Rondon". Brooksbaseball.net. 2007-03-30. Retrieved 2019-10-10.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors), or Retrosheet
- Héctor Rondón at Pura Pelota (Venezuelan Professional Baseball League)