Oswaldo Peraza

Oswaldo Peraza, born in 1962, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1988 to 2004. He made his Major League Baseball debut on April 4, 1988, and played until September 2, 1988. Throughout his brief time in the majors, Peraza established himself as a versatile arm on the mound, contributing to his team with a record of 5 wins and 7 losses. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 5.55, showcasing the challenges he faced in the high-stakes environment of Major League Baseball. During his time in the league, Peraza recorded a total of 61 strikeouts. Although he did not accumulate any saves during his career, his presence as a pitcher was felt during critical moments of the game. Peraza's playing era was characterized by a transition in baseball, as the late 1980s saw the emergence of power hitters and a shift towards more offensive play, which made his role as a pitcher particularly challenging. Despite the brevity of his career, Oswaldo Peraza remains a part of baseball history, representing the many players who contributed to the game during a dynamic period.