Rafael Montero, baseball player, 2014

Rafael Montero

Born: 10/17/1990 in Higuerito, San Cristóbal, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2014-05-14

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Biography

Rafael Montero is a professional baseball pitcher born in 1990, who has been an active player since his debut on May 14, 2014. Known for his competitive spirit and powerful arm, Montero has made a significant impact on the mound over his career. With a career record of 22-28, he showcases a solid track record as a reliable option in various pitching roles. His earned run average (ERA) stands at 4.71, reflecting his ability to navigate through challenging innings while maintaining competitiveness against some of the league's best hitters. Montero has recorded 459 strikeouts and secured 30 saves throughout his career, illustrating his capability as both a starter and a reliever. As a part of the modern era of baseball, he continues to adapt to the evolving game, utilizing advanced analytics and pitch tracking technologies to enhance his performance. His journey in Major League Baseball reflects not only his personal dedication but also the broader trends in pitching, including the increasing emphasis on strikeouts and specialized roles within pitching staffs. As he continues his career, Montero remains a vital component of his team's pitching strategy and an engaging figure in the ongoing narrative of baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
22 28 321 30 0 0 30 462.3 467 242 57 210 459 4.71 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
321 43 1 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 19 0.047 0.047 0.047 0.093 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
13 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2023 ALCS HOU 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2023 ALDS2 HOU 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2022 ALCS HOU 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2022 ALDS2 HOU 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2022 WS HOU 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1 0 13 0 0 12.3 7 4 7 15 2.92

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2023 ALCS HOU 0 0 2 0 0 1.3 1 2 1 2 13.50
2023 ALDS2 HOU 0 0 1 0 0 1.7 1 0 0 3 0.00
2022 ALCS HOU 0 0 3 0 0 2.0 2 1 1 3 4.50
2022 ALDS2 HOU 1 0 3 0 0 3.3 1 0 2 3 0.00
2022 WS HOU 0 0 4 0 0 4.0 2 1 3 4 2.25

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 321 30 23 47 2 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 321

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2015 NYN NL $511,000
Total Career Earnings $511,000