Sergio Escalona
Born: 8/3/1984 in El Tocuyo, Lara, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2009-05-17 | Final Game: 2011-09-07
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Sergio Luis Escalona
Biography
Sergio Escalona, born in 1984, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2009 to 2011. He made his mark in Major League Baseball primarily as a member of the bullpen, showcasing his skills with a solid pitching style characterized by a mix of finesse and power. Over his career, Escalona compiled a record of 3-1 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.48, demonstrating his effectiveness on the mound during his time in the league.
Escalona's tenure in the majors was relatively brief, but he made an impact in critical situations, accumulating 35 strikeouts without recording any saves. His performance contributed to the depth of the pitching staff for the teams he played for, and he was known for his ability to come in during pivotal moments of a game. As baseball evolved during the late 2000s and early 2010s, Escalona's contributions as a reliable reliever reflected the increasing importance of specialized roles within bullpens. Despite his retirement, his career remains a noted chapter in the landscape of contemporary baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 41.3 | 36 | 16 | 3 | 16 | 35 | 3.48 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | PHI | NL | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 4.61 | 319.3 |
| 2011 | HOU | NL | 2 | 1 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.7 | 24 | 9 | 11 | 25 | 2.93 | -66.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | PHI | NL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | HOU | NL | 49 | 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 | 63 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | PHI | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | HOU | P | 49 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 63 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | HOU | NL | $490,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $490,500 | ||