Erasmo Ramirez
Born: 4/29/1976 in Santa Ana, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-04-30 | Final Game: 2007-07-13
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Biography
Erasmo Ramirez, born in 1976, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2003 to 2007. Known for his competitive spirit and versatile pitching style, Ramirez showcased his skills primarily in relief roles, finishing his career with an 8-4 win-loss record and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.95. Over the course of his career, he recorded 56 strikeouts, illustrating his ability to effectively challenge hitters during his appearances on the mound.
Ramirez's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the emergence of advanced statistics and the increasing importance of specialized relief pitchers. While he did not record any saves, his contributions were vital in high-leverage situations, often stepping in to stabilize games in crucial moments. Despite the brevity of his career, Erasmo Ramirez's presence on the field and his performance left a lasting impression on the teams he represented, contributing to the evolving landscape of pitching strategies in Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 4 | 91 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 114.0 | 111 | 50 | 12 | 22 | 56 | 3.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TEX | AL | 3 | 1 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.0 | 46 | 21 | 9 | 28 | 3.86 | 809.1 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | 5 | 3 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.7 | 34 | 17 | 7 | 21 | 4.29 | -63.4 |
| 2005 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.0 | 24 | 10 | 3 | 6 | 3.91 | -320.7 |
| 2007 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5.40 | - |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TEX | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | TEX | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIA | NL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 91 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TEX | P | 34 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TEX | P | 34 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | TEX | P | 16 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | FLO | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | OAK | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 91 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | SEA | AL | $480,000 |
| 2005 | TEX | AL | $332,500 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | $303,750 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,116,250 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 1998 |
| California State University Northridge | Los Angeles | CA | 1995, 1996, 1997 |