Marc Valdes
Born: 12/20/1971 in Dayton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-08-28 | Final Game: 2001-06-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Marc Christopher Valdes
Biography
Marc Valdes, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1995 to 2001. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Valdes played primarily in the Major Leagues, making significant contributions to his teams during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 12-15, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.95. His ability to strike out batters was evident as he recorded 135 strikeouts, alongside achieving four saves.
Valdes's career unfolded during an era characterized by both offensive prowess and evolving pitching strategies. He faced a league increasingly dominated by powerful hitters, yet he managed to carve out a role for himself as a reliable option for several clubs. His performances reflected the challenges and expectations of pitchers during this dynamic period in baseball history, contributing to the overall narrative of the game during his time. After his last appearance on June 22, 2001, Valdes's impact remained a testament to the dedication and skill required to compete at the highest level of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 15 | 144 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 250.7 | 281 | 138 | 21 | 118 | 135 | 4.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 17 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 14.14 | - |
| 1996 | MIA | NL | 1 | 3 | 11 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48.7 | 63 | 26 | 23 | 13 | 4.81 | - |
| 1997 | WSN | NL | 4 | 4 | 48 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 95.0 | 84 | 33 | 39 | 54 | 3.13 | - |
| 1998 | WSN | NL | 1 | 3 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.3 | 41 | 30 | 21 | 28 | 7.43 | - |
| 2000 | HOU | NL | 5 | 5 | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 56.7 | 69 | 32 | 25 | 35 | 5.08 | 851.6 |
| 2001 | ATL | NL | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 7.71 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 144 | 43 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0.093 | 0.152 | 0.093 | 0.245 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIA | NL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | MIA | NL | 11 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | WSN | NL | 48 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | WSN | NL | 20 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | HOU | NL | 53 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | ATL | NL | 9 | 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 | 144 | 22 | 25 | 28 | 1 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | FLO | P | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | FLO | P | 11 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | MON | P | 48 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 | MON | P | 20 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | HOU | P | 53 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | ATL | P | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 144 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ATL | NL | $375,000 |
| 1998 | MON | NL | $225,000 |
| 1997 | MON | NL | $152,500 |
| 1996 | FLO | NL | $118,000 |
| 1995 | FLO | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $979,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Florida | Gainesville | FL | 1991, 1992, 1993 |