Claudio Vargas, baseball player, 2003-2010

Claudio Vargas

Born: 6/19/1978 in Mao, Valverde, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2003-04-26 | Final Game: 2010-05-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 235 lbs

Biography

Claudio Vargas was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2003 to 2010. Born in 1978, Vargas made his Major League Baseball debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks and later played for several teams, showcasing his skills as a reliable arm in the rotation. Over his career, he compiled a record of 48-40 with a 4.83 earned run average, while accumulating 544 strikeouts and securing one save. His tenure in the league came during a time of offensive explosion in baseball, which made his ability to navigate lineups and contribute to his teams particularly significant. Vargas was known for his versatility, being able to pitch effectively as both a starter and a reliever. His career highlighted the transitional nature of baseball in the early 2000s, as teams increasingly sought pitchers who could adapt to various roles. Despite facing challenges in a competitive environment, Vargas's contributions on the mound were appreciated by his teammates and fans alike. He left a mark in the game, representing the hard work and dedication required to succeed in professional baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
48 40 217 114 0 0 1 764.7 801 410 127 294 544 4.83 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
217 188 5 15 4 0 0 7 0 3 60 0.080 0.094 0.101 0.195 -611.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 217 114 44 86 6 7

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 217

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2010 MIL NL $900,000
2009 LAN NL $400,000
2007 MIL NL $2,500,000
2006 ARI NL $1,275,000
2005 WAS NL $325,000
2004 MON NL $307,500
Total Career Earnings $5,707,500