Vinnie Pestano
Born: 2/20/1985 in Huntington Beach, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2010-09-23 | Final Game: 2015-07-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Vincent William Pestano
Biography
Vincent "Vinnie" Pestano was a professional baseball pitcher, known for his effective relief pitching during his career from 2010 to 2015. Born in 1985, Pestano made a significant impact in Major League Baseball, primarily with the Cleveland Indians. He became known for his sharp breaking pitches and ability to get crucial strikeouts, finishing his career with a notable ERA of 2.98 and 244 strikeouts. Over his tenure, he recorded a win-loss record of 6-8 and secured 11 saves, contributing to his team's success during a competitive era in baseball.
Pestano's career unfolded during a time when relief pitchers were increasingly becoming pivotal to a team's success in late-game situations. His ability to handle high-pressure scenarios and maintain composure on the mound earned him a reputation among teammates and opponents alike. Although his time in the majors was relatively brief, Pestano's contributions to the game were marked by his effectiveness and resilience, leaving a lasting impression on the teams he played for and the fans who enjoyed his performances.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 8 | 223 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 202.7 | 168 | 67 | 24 | 87 | 244 | 2.98 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5.0 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 3.60 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | CLE | AL | 1 | 2 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 62.0 | 41 | 16 | 24 | 84 | 2.32 | 1996.5 |
| 2012 | CLE | AL | 3 | 3 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 70.0 | 53 | 20 | 24 | 76 | 2.57 | 1049.8 |
| 2013 | CLE | AL | 1 | 2 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 35.3 | 37 | 16 | 21 | 37 | 4.08 | -1035.2 |
| 2014 | CLE | AL | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 5.00 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 0.93 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | LAA | AL | 1 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 13 | 5.40 | -760.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 224 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | CLE | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | CLE | AL | 68 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | CLE | AL | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | CLE | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | CLE | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | LAA | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ALDS1 | LAA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ALDS1 | LAA | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 223 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | CLE | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | CLE | P | 67 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | CLE | P | 70 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | CLE | P | 37 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CLE | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | LAA | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | LAA | P | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 224 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | LAA | AL | $1,150,000 |
| 2013 | CLE | AL | $501,900 |
| 2012 | CLE | AL | $491,200 |
| 2011 | CLE | AL | $414,100 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,557,200 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 2004, 2005, 2006 |