Henderson Alvarez, baseball player, 2011-2017

Henderson Alvarez

Born: 4/18/1990 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2011-08-10 | Final Game: 2017-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Henderson Javier Alvarez

Biography

Henderson Alvarez was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2011 to 2017. Born in 1990, Alvarez made a name for himself in Major League Baseball with his strong pitching skills and competitive spirit. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 27 wins and 35 losses, while maintaining an earned run average (ERA) of 3.82. His ability to strike out batters was evident as he tallied 302 strikeouts, demonstrating his capability to dominate opposing hitters. Notably, Alvarez was selected as an All-Star during his career, marking a significant recognition of his talent and contributions to the game. Alvarez's playing style was characterized by his impressive command of pitches and his ability to induce ground balls, often keeping hitters off balance. He played in an era marked by significant advancements in pitching analytics, which emphasized the importance of pitch selection and strategic game management. Despite his relatively modest win-loss record, Alvarez's ERA reflected his potential and consistency on the mound. He retired from professional baseball in 2017, leaving behind a legacy as a skilled pitcher who showcased the depth of talent in MLB during his playing years.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
27 35 95 95 5 5 0 577.7 610 245 56 140 302 3.82 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
95 100 5 22 4 0 1 9 0 1 36 0.220 0.223 0.290 0.513 -407.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 95 95 56 112 9 9

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 95

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2013 Player of the Week Week of 2013-09-29

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 OAK AL $4,250,000
2015 MIA NL $4,000,000
2014 MIA NL $525,400
2013 MIA NL $507,900
2012 TOR AL $482,900
Total Career Earnings $9,766,200

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2014 Cy Young Award NL 12th 1.0 210 0