Arquimedes Caminero
Born: 6/16/1987 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2013-08-16 | Final Game: 2016-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 245 lbs
Full name: Arquimedes Euclides Caminero
Biography
Arquimedes Caminero, born in 1987, was a right-handed pitcher who carved out a notable career in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2016. He made his debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and his tenure in the big leagues included stints with several teams, showcasing his strong arm and ability to strike out batters. Over the course of his career, Caminero recorded a win-loss record of 7-5, an earned run average (ERA) of 3.83, and registered 143 strikeouts. He also notched one save, demonstrating his versatility as a pitcher capable of stepping into high-leverage situations.
Caminero played during a transformative period in baseball, marked by a heightened emphasis on strikeouts and specialized roles within pitching staffs. He was known for his fastball and his ability to generate swings and misses, making him a valuable asset out of the bullpen. His contributions to the teams he played for reflected the evolving nature of pitching in the modern game, where power pitchers have become increasingly prominent. After his final appearance on October 2, 2016, Caminero left behind a legacy of resilience and performance, remembered by fans for his dynamic presence on the mound.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 5 | 149 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 155.0 | 148 | 66 | 18 | 69 | 143 | 3.83 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 12 | 2.77 | -84.5 |
| 2014 | MIA | NL | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 10.80 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | PIT | NL | 5 | 1 | 73 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 74.7 | 63 | 30 | 29 | 73 | 3.62 | 299.9 |
| 2016 | PIT | NL | 1 | 2 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 41.0 | 46 | 16 | 22 | 32 | 3.51 | -585.5 |
| 2016 | SEA | AL | 1 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.7 | 21 | 8 | 11 | 18 | 3.66 | -463.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 149 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIA | NL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | MIA | NL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | PIT | NL | 73 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | PIT | NL | 39 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | SEA | AL | 18 | 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 | 149 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIA | P | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | MIA | P | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | PIT | P | 73 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | PIT | P | 39 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | SEA | P | 18 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 149 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | PIT | NL | $532,500 |
| 2015 | PIT | NL | $515,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,048,000 | ||