Ricky Romero
Born: 11/6/1984 in East Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-04-09 | Final Game: 2013-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Ricardo Romero
Biography
Ricky Romero, born in 1984, was a talented pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2009 to 2013. Known for his sharp breaking pitches and competitive spirit, Romero made a significant impact during his tenure with the Toronto Blue Jays. He finished his career with a record of 51-45 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.16, showcasing his ability to navigate through challenging lineups. Over his five seasons, he struck out 622 batters, demonstrating his proficiency in missing bats and controlling games from the mound.
Romero's most notable achievement came in 2011 when he was selected as an All-Star, marking the pinnacle of his career. He played during an era characterized by offensive prowess, making his accomplishments particularly impressive. Despite struggling with injuries later in his career, Romero's early contributions to the Blue Jays helped solidify his place in the teamโs history. His journey reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by many pitchers in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | 45 | 129 | 127 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 801.3 | 766 | 370 | 82 | 354 | 622 | 4.16 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | TOR | AL | 13 | 9 | 29 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 178.0 | 192 | 85 | 79 | 141 | 4.30 | -26.1 |
| 2010 | TOR | AL | 14 | 9 | 32 | 32 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 210.0 | 189 | 87 | 82 | 174 | 3.73 | 2429.6 |
| 2011 | TOR | AL | 15 | 11 | 32 | 32 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 225.0 | 176 | 73 | 80 | 178 | 2.92 | -1508.4 |
| 2012 | TOR | AL | 9 | 14 | 32 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 181.0 | 198 | 116 | 105 | 124 | 5.77 | -5276.9 |
| 2013 | TOR | AL | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 11.05 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.095 | 0.095 | 0.095 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | TOR | AL | 29 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | TOR | AL | 32 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | TOR | AL | 32 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | TOR | AL | 32 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | TOR | AL | 4 | 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 | 129 | 127 | 38 | 149 | 8 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | TOR | P | 29 | 29 | 15 | 25 | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 | TOR | P | 32 | 32 | 7 | 47 | 3 | 2 |
| 2011 | TOR | P | 32 | 32 | 11 | 41 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 | TOR | P | 32 | 32 | 5 | 34 | 2 | 2 |
| 2013 | TOR | P | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 129 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Pitcher of the Month | August |
| 2011 | Player of the Week | Week of 2011-08-07 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | TOR | AL | $7,500,000 |
| 2012 | TOR | AL | $5,250,000 |
| 2011 | TOR | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2010 | TOR | AL | $408,300 |
| 2009 | TOR | AL | $400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $14,558,300 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Cy Young Award | AL | 10th | 2.0 | 196 | 0 |