Matt Chico
Born: 6/10/1983 in Fullerton, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-04-04 | Final Game: 2010-05-08
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Matthew Bryan Chico
Biography
Matt Chico was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2007 to 2010. Born in 1983, he made his debut with the Washington Nationals, where he quickly became known for his left-handed pitching and competitive spirit on the mound. Over the course of his career, Chico compiled a record of 7 wins and 15 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.95. During his time in the league, he recorded a total of 128 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to get batters out despite not recording any saves.
Chico's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by advancements in training and the increasing emphasis on specialized pitching roles. While he faced challenges in securing a consistently dominant presence in the rotation, his contributions to the Nationals during the early years of the franchise were notable. Despite the ups and downs, Chico's resilience and determination on the mound left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike. After retiring from professional baseball, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game’s history, having played a role in the Nationals' early development as a competitive franchise.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 15 | 43 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 220.0 | 252 | 121 | 36 | 91 | 128 | 4.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | WAS | NL | 7 | 9 | 31 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 167.0 | 183 | 86 | 74 | 94 | 4.63 | -4680.7 |
| 2008 | WAS | NL | 0 | 6 | 11 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48.0 | 63 | 33 | 17 | 31 | 6.19 | -1635.9 |
| 2010 | WAS | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3.60 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 63 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0.159 | 0.159 | 0.159 | 0.317 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | WAS | NL | 31 | 48 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | WAS | NL | 11 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | WAS | NL | 1 | 2 | 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 | 43 | 40 | 2 | 27 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | WAS | P | 31 | 31 | 2 | 18 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | WAS | P | 11 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | WAS | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 43 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | WAS | NL | $431,000 |
| 2008 | WAS | NL | $409,000 |
| 2007 | WAS | NL | $380,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,220,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 2002 |