Chad Cordero
Born: 3/18/1982 in Upland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-08-30 | Final Game: 2010-07-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Chad Patrick Cordero
Biography
Chad Cordero, born in 1982, was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball who had a successful career spanning from 2003 to 2010. Known for his powerful throwing arm and effective closing ability, Cordero made a significant impact during his time in the league, particularly as a member of the Washington Nationals. He concluded his career with a record of 20-15 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.89, showcasing his prowess on the mound. Over his career, he recorded 298 strikeouts and achieved 128 saves, establishing himself as one of the reliable closers of his era.
Cordero's standout performance earned him an All-Star selection, highlighting his status among the elite pitchers of his time. His contributions were particularly noteworthy during the mid-2000s, a period characterized by a competitive landscape in MLB, where dominant pitching was crucial for team success. Cordero's ability to perform under pressure and secure games for his team remains a defining aspect of his legacy, ensuring his place in the annals of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 15 | 314 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 128 | 330.3 | 277 | 106 | 40 | 122 | 298 | 2.89 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | WSN | NL | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11.0 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 12 | 1.64 | - |
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 7 | 3 | 69 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 82.7 | 68 | 27 | 43 | 83 | 2.94 | - |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | 2 | 4 | 74 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47 | 74.3 | 55 | 15 | 17 | 61 | 1.82 | 1078.0 |
| 2006 | WAS | NL | 7 | 4 | 68 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 73.3 | 59 | 26 | 22 | 69 | 3.19 | -121.6 |
| 2007 | WAS | NL | 3 | 3 | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 75.0 | 75 | 28 | 29 | 62 | 3.36 | 647.6 |
| 2008 | WAS | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 2.08 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | SEA | AL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 6.52 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 314 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | WSN | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 69 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | 74 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | WAS | NL | 68 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | WAS | NL | 76 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | WAS | NL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | SEA | AL | 9 | 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 | 314 | 0 | 9 | 23 | 3 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | MON | P | 12 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | MON | P | 69 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | WAS | P | 74 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 | WAS | P | 68 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | WAS | P | 76 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | WAS | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | SEA | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 314 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Pitcher of the Month | June |
| 2005 | Reliever of the Month | June |
| 2005 | Reliever of the Year Award | |
| 2005 | TSN All-Star | RP |
| 2005 | TSN Reliever of the Year |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | WAS | NL | $6,200,000 |
| 2007 | WAS | NL | $4,150,000 |
| 2006 | WAS | NL | $525,000 |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | $346,500 |
| 2004 | MON | NL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $11,521,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Cy Young Award | NL | 5th | 1.0 | 160 | 0 |
| 2005 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 21.0 | 448 | 0 |