Elvis Araujo
Born: 7/15/1991 in Maracaibo, Zulia, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2015-05-05 | Final Game: 2016-08-16
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 275 lbs
Full name: Elvis Alejandro Araujo
Biography
Elvis Araujo, born in 1991, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2015 to 2016. He was known for his strong left-handed throwing and ability to generate strikeouts, finishing his career with a record of 4-2 and a 4.35 earned run average (ERA). Over his short career, Araujo struck out a total of 63 batters, demonstrating his potential as a reliable option on the mound.
Araujo's playing career unfolded during a period of significant change in baseball, as teams increasingly valued pitchers who could not only start games but also come out of the bullpen effectively. Despite his limited time in the majors, Araujo showcased his skills in a competitive environment, contributing to his teams through his pitching versatility. Although he did not record any saves, his ability to perform under pressure highlighted the challenges many pitchers face in establishing themselves in the league. Araujo's journey through professional baseball reflects the determination and resilience required to compete at the highest levels of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 72 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.0 | 64 | 30 | 5 | 36 | 63 | 4.35 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | PHI | NL | 2 | 1 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.7 | 29 | 13 | 19 | 34 | 3.38 | 672.3 |
| 2016 | PHI | NL | 2 | 1 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.3 | 35 | 17 | 17 | 29 | 5.60 | -565.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | PHI | NL | 40 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | PHI | NL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 72 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | PHI | P | 40 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | PHI | P | 32 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 72 |