Daniel Cabrera, baseball player, 2004-2009

Daniel Cabrera

Born: 5/28/1981 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2004-05-13 | Final Game: 2009-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Daniel Alberto Cabrera

Biography

Daniel Cabrera, born in 1981, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2004 to 2009. Known for his powerful arm and imposing presence on the mound, Cabrera made a name for himself during his time with the Baltimore Orioles and the Washington Nationals. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 48 wins and 65 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.1. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded a total of 674 strikeouts throughout his career, showcasing his capacity to dominate hitters at times. Cabrera's playing style was characterized by his fastball, which often reached impressive velocities, complemented by a hard slider and changeup. Despite his struggles with consistency, he displayed flashes of brilliance, particularly during his early years in Baltimore, where he was considered a promising young talent. He finished his career with one save, underscoring his role primarily as a starting pitcher rather than a closer. Cabrera's journey through the game reflects the challenges many pitchers face in balancing potential with performance, and he remains a noteworthy figure for those who followed the game during the mid-2000s.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
48 65 162 155 6 2 1 892.3 884 506 92 520 674 5.10 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
162 26 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 24 0.000 0.103 0.000 0.103 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 162 155 38 56 4 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 162

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2009 WAS NL $2,600,000
2008 BAL AL $2,875,000
2007 BAL AL $1,825,000
2006 BAL AL $385,000
2005 BAL AL $325,000
Total Career Earnings $8,010,000

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2004 Rookie of the Year AL 3rd 29.0 140 0