Michael Feliz

Michael Feliz, born in 1993, was a professional baseball pitcher who played from 2015 until his retirement on July 8, 2022. Throughout his career, Feliz showcased a strong right-handed arm and an ability to generate strikeouts, finishing with a total of 328 strikeouts over his time in Major League Baseball. His career record of 17-9 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.29 reflected his role as a reliable option on the mound, contributing to various teams in crucial situations. Feliz made his debut during a period that saw the evolution of pitching styles, with an increasing emphasis on strikeout potential and bullpen specialization. He also recorded one save, underscoring his versatility as a pitcher. Known for his competitive nature and fastball, Feliz left an imprint on the teams he played for, demonstrating the importance of strong relief pitching in modern baseball. His career spanned a transformative era in the game, marked by a focus on analytics and the strategic use of pitchers in high-leverage situations.