Bruce Rondon
Born: 12/9/1990 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2013-04-25 | Final Game: 2018-07-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 275 lbs
Biography
Bruce Rondon, born in 1990, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2018. Known for his powerful right arm, Rondon made a significant impact as a relief pitcher during his career, particularly with the Detroit Tigers. He was recognized for his ability to generate strikeouts, finishing his time in the league with a total of 173 strikeouts. Over the course of his MLB career, Rondon held a record of 10-10 and recorded an earned run average (ERA) of 5.73, along with 8 saves, showcasing his role in high-pressure situations.
Rondon emerged during a transformative period in baseball, as teams increasingly relied on specialized relief pitchers and the importance of bullpen depth grew. His promising debut in 2013 and subsequent performances indicated potential for a longer career, although injuries and consistency issues ultimately limited his longevity in the major leagues. Nevertheless, Rondon's contributions to the Tigers during his tenure remain a noteworthy chapter in his professional journey, reflecting the highs and lows that many players experience in the competitive landscape of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 10 | 158 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 141.3 | 140 | 90 | 12 | 79 | 173 | 5.73 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | DET | AL | 1 | 2 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 28.7 | 28 | 11 | 11 | 30 | 3.45 | 614.6 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 31.0 | 31 | 20 | 19 | 36 | 5.81 | -109.1 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 5 | 2 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.3 | 23 | 12 | 12 | 45 | 2.97 | 451.0 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 1 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 15.7 | 21 | 19 | 10 | 22 | 10.91 | 421.5 |
| 2018 | CHW | AL | 2 | 3 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 29.7 | 37 | 28 | 27 | 40 | 8.49 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | DET | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | CHW | AL | 35 | 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 | 158 | 0 | 8 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | DET | P | 30 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | DET | P | 35 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | DET | P | 37 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | DET | P | 21 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | CHA | P | 35 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 158 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | DET | AL | $510,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $510,000 | ||