Salomon Torres, baseball player, 1993-2008

Salomon Torres

Born: 3/11/1972 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1993-08-29 | Final Game: 2008-09-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 150 lbs

Biography

Salomon Torres was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 until 2008. Born in 1972, Torres made his debut during an era characterized by an offensive explosion and the increasing significance of bullpen roles in the game. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 44-58 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.31, showcasing his ability to navigate the challenges of a competitive league. Torres was particularly known for his versatility on the mound, filling various roles for multiple teams, including the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Milwaukee Brewers. He amassed a total of 540 strikeouts and secured 57 saves, highlighting his effectiveness as both a starter and reliever. His tenure spanned crucial developments in baseball, including the rise of advanced analytics and shifts in pitching strategies, allowing him to adapt his style to the evolving dynamics of the game. As a player who contributed to the teams he played for with consistency and dedication, Torres left an indelible mark on the franchises he represented throughout his career.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
44 58 497 64 3 1 57 847.3 857 406 91 349 540 4.31 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
499 103 5 15 1 1 0 1 0 2 46 0.146 0.170 0.175 0.345 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

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
2008 NLDS2 MIL 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 1 2.0 4 0 0 1 0.00

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2008 NLDS2 MIL 0 0 2 0 1 2.0 4 0 0 1 0.00

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 497 64 69 121 4 10

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 497

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2008 MIL NL $3,333,333
2007 PIT NL $2,733,333
2006 PIT NL $1,525,000
2005 PIT NL $1,100,000
2004 PIT NL $775,000
2003 PIT NL $325,000
1997 SEA AL $175,000
1995 SEA AL $115,000
1994 SFN NL $115,000
Total Career Earnings $10,196,666