Efrain Valdez
Born: 7/11/1966 in Nizao, Peravia, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1990-08-13 | Final Game: 1998-07-10
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Efrain Antonio Valdez
Biography
Efrain Valdez, born in 1966, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1990 until 1998. Making his debut in the major leagues during a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game, Valdez showcased his talents primarily as a relief pitcher. Over the course of his career, he achieved a record of 1-1 with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.91, reflecting his ability to effectively manage opposing hitters.
Valdez recorded a total of 16 strikeouts throughout his time in the majors, demonstrating his capacity to miss bats and contribute to his team's pitching staff. Although he did not register any saves, his role was vital in providing solid innings and maintaining leads during critical game situations. While Valdez's career may not have been lengthy, his performance during his years in the league remains a testament to his skill and dedication as a pitcher.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.0 | 32 | 11 | 4 | 18 | 16 | 2.91 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 1 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.7 | 20 | 8 | 14 | 13 | 3.04 | -429.1 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1.50 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | AZ | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4.15 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | AZ | NL | 6 | 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 | 26 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CLE | P | 13 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | CLE | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | ARI | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 26 |