Chin-hui Tsao, baseball player, 2003-2016

Chin-hui Tsao

Born: 6/2/1981 in Hualien City, Hualien, Taiwan

MLB Debut: 2003-07-25 | Final Game: 2016-05-21

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 170 lbs

Biography

Chin-hui Tsao, born in 1981, was a Taiwanese professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2003 to 2016. Tsao made his Major League Baseball debut with the Colorado Rockies, where he showcased his talents as a right-handed pitcher. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 5-6 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.75. He struck out 67 batters and recorded 4 saves, demonstrating his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief roles. Tsao's journey in baseball was significant as he represented a growing presence of international talent in the MLB during the early 2000s, a period marked by the increasing globalization of the sport. His success in the minor leagues and subsequent promotion to the majors highlighted the impact of baseball's global outreach, particularly in regions such as Asia. After his time in the MLB, Tsao continued to play in various international leagues, further solidifying his legacy as a pioneer for Taiwanese players in professional baseball. His contributions to the game have inspired future generations of athletes from Taiwan and beyond.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
5 6 57 8 0 0 4 97.0 105 62 22 40 67 5.75 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
57 14 3 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.214 0.214 0.357 0.571 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 57 8 4 17 2 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 57

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2006 COL NL $332,000
2005 COL NL $317,000
Total Career Earnings $649,000