Alberto Arias
Born: 10/14/1983 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2007-05-01 | Final Game: 2009-08-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Alberto A. Arias
Biography
Alberto Arias, born in 1983, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2007 until 2009. He made his debut on May 1, 2007, showcasing his skills primarily with the Houston Astros. Over the course of his career, Arias compiled a record of 4-2 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.74, which reflects his ability to limit scoring opportunities for opposing teams. He recorded a total of 55 strikeouts, demonstrating his effectiveness as a strikeout pitcher, although he did not register any saves during his time in the league.
Arias was known for his competitive spirit and solid pitching mechanics, which allowed him to contribute effectively out of the bullpen. His playing period coincided with a time of evolving pitching styles in Major League Baseball, where the emphasis on power pitching and strikeout rates began to gain prominence. Despite a brief career, Arias left an impression on those who followed his journey, as he navigated the challenges of playing in a league filled with talented athletes. After his last appearance on August 23, 2009, Arias transitioned away from professional baseball, but his contributions to the game remain a part of the rich tapestry of MLB history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 63 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 74.7 | 80 | 31 | 3 | 34 | 55 | 3.74 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | COL | NL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4.91 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | COL | NL | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2.63 | -42.9 |
| 2008 | HOU | NL | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 6.75 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | HOU | NL | 2 | 1 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45.7 | 49 | 17 | 19 | 39 | 3.35 | 1159.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.143 | 0.000 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | COL | NL | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | COL | NL | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | HOU | NL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | HOU | NL | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 63 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 4 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | COL | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | COL | P | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | HOU | P | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | HOU | P | 42 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 63 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | HOU | NL | $439,500 |
| 2010 | HOU | NL | $415,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $855,000 | ||