Wesley Wright
Wesley Wright | |
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Pitcher | |
Born: Montgomery, Alabama, U.S. | January 28, 1985|
Batted: Right Threw: Left | |
MLB debut | |
March 31, 2008, for the Houston Astros | |
Last MLB appearance | |
October 4, 2015, for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim | |
MLB statistics | |
Win–loss record | 10–18 |
Earned run average | 4.16 |
Strikeouts | 295 |
Teams | |
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Dequam LaWesley Wright (born January 28, 1985) is an American former
Early life
Wright was born in
Professional career
Los Angeles Dodgers
He made his professional debut with the
In 2006, he pitched in 25 games with Vero Beach, acquiring a 1.48 era and was promoted to the
Houston Astros
In December 2007, he was selected by the
On July 16, 2009, Wright was called in to pitch in a game against the Cubs in the second inning after starter Roy Oswalt was forced from the game by a strained back. Wright batted in the top of the third inning and singled to left field for his first Major League hit. Later that night, it was reported that he was rushed to the hospital after showing signs of appendicitis. He was diagnosed with dehydration.
Tampa Bay Rays
On August 12, 2013 he was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations.[3] With Tampa Bay, Wright made his playoff debut in 2013, appearing in two games of the Rays' ALDS matchup with the Boston Red Sox. After the season, Wright was non-tendered by Tampa Bay, making him a free agent.[4]
Chicago Cubs
On December 4, 2013 he agreed to a one-year, $1.425 million deal to pitch for the Chicago Cubs. The contract became official on December 16, 2013.[5] He was non-tendered by the Cubs on December 2, 2014.
Baltimore Orioles
On December 16, 2014 he agreed to a one-year deal to pitch for the Baltimore Orioles. Wright was designated for assignment on July 15, 2015.[6]
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
On July 29, 2015, Wright signed a minor league deal with the
Boston Red Sox
Wright joined the Arizona Diamondbacks for 2016 spring training, and was released on March 28, 2016.[7] On April 12 he signed a minor league deal with the Boston Red Sox[8] and was assigned to Triple-A Pawtucket Red Sox, where he appeared in 19 games and was released on July 11.[9]
Texas Rangers
On January 27, 2017, Wright signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers.[10] He was released on July 23, 2017.
Retirement
On November 11, 2017, it was announced Wright had decided to retire and take a job as a pro scout with the Minnesota Twins.
References
- ^ Long, A. Stacy. "Wesley Wright flying with Orioles". The Montgomery Advertiser.
- ISBN 9781932391145.
- ^ Rays Acquire Wesley Wright
- ^ Twitter / RaysBaseball: #Rays have two non-tenders before tonight's deadline: OF Sam Fuld and LHP Wesley Wright. Both players are now free agents.
- ^ Cubs, left-handed pitcher Wesley Wright agree to terms on 2014 contract. MLB.com. Retrieved on December 4, 2013.
- ^ "Orioles LHP Wesley Wright designated for assignment". ESPN.com. Associated Press. July 15, 2015. Retrieved July 16, 2015.
- ^ Todd, Jeff (March 28, 2016). "Diamondbacks Release Sam LeCure, Wesley Wright". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved March 28, 2016.
- ^ Wesley Wright signs minor league deal with Red Sox
- ^ 2016 Boston Red Sox Transactions. SoxProspects.com. Retrieved on July 13, 2016.
- ^ Adams, Steve (January 27, 2017). "Rangers Sign Wesley Wright To Minors Deal, Outright Brady Dragmire". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved January 27, 2017.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors), or Retrosheet
- Wesley Wright at Baseball Almanac