Leo Rosales
Born: 5/28/1981 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-06-15 | Final Game: 2010-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Leonel Rosales
Biography
Leo Rosales was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1981, who played in Major League Baseball from 2008 to 2010. He made his debut on June 15, 2008, and concluded his career on October 3, 2010. During his time in the league, Rosales showcased his skills primarily with a focus on his ability to navigate through challenging innings, finishing his career with a record of 5-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.01. His career encompassed a period marked by the emergence of power hitters and advanced analytics, which influenced the strategy and performance of pitchers across the league.
Rosales recorded a total of 61 strikeouts throughout his career, demonstrating his capability to overpower hitters at times. Although he did not register any saves, his contributions were significant in the relief role he often occupied. While his statistics may not have placed him among the most celebrated pitchers of his era, Rosales' journey through Major League Baseball reflects the challenges and competitive nature faced by many players in the late 2000s. His career serves as a reminder of the depth and talent present in the game, as well as the ephemeral nature of success in professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 91.7 | 97 | 51 | 9 | 36 | 61 | 5.01 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | AZ | NL | 1 | 1 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.0 | 32 | 14 | 15 | 18 | 4.20 | - |
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 2 | 1 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45.3 | 40 | 24 | 12 | 31 | 4.76 | - |
| 2010 | AZ | NL | 2 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.3 | 25 | 13 | 9 | 12 | 7.16 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | AZ | NL | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 33 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | AZ | NL | 16 | 2 | 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 | 76 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | ARI | P | 27 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | ARI | P | 33 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | ARI | P | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 76 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | ARI | NL | $409,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $409,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Northridge | Los Angeles | CA | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |