Albie Lopez

Albie Lopez, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1993 to 2003. Over the course of his tenure in Major League Baseball, Lopez played for multiple teams, including the Florida Marlins and the Kansas City Royals. He finished his career with a record of 47 wins and 58 losses, and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.94. Lopez notched a total of 558 strikeouts and secured 4 saves, showcasing his versatility on the mound as both a starter and reliever. Lopez's playing style was characterized by a solid fastball and a willingness to compete against some of the best hitters of his era, which included the late 1990s and early 2000s—a period marked by a surge in offensive production. He contributed to the teams he played for with his reliable pitching and was known for his ability to take the mound in crucial situations. Although his career may not have been as decorated as some of his contemporaries, Lopez's contributions to the game and his resilience on the field remain noteworthy.