Anthony Varvaro
Born: 10/31/1984 in Staten Island, NY, USA
Died: 9/11/2022 in Jersey City, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 2010-09-24 | Final Game: 2015-04-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Anthony Michael Varvaro
Biography
Anthony Varvaro, born in 1984, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2010 to 2015. Over the course of his career, Varvaro established himself as a reliable arm in the bullpen, known for his effective pitching style and ability to manage games in high-pressure situations. He finished his career with a record of 7-9 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.23, highlighting his capacity to keep opposing hitters at bay. Varvaro recorded a total of 150 strikeouts and earned one save during his tenure, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever.
Varvaro's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by an increasing emphasis on specialized pitching roles and analytics. His performance on the mound was characterized by a solid mix of pitches, with a focus on command and control that allowed him to navigate through lineups effectively. After retiring from baseball, Varvaro transitioned into a new chapter in his life, different from the competitive environment of the diamond, yet his contributions to the game remain a part of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 9 | 166 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 183.7 | 165 | 66 | 15 | 70 | 150 | 3.23 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SEA | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 11.25 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | ATL | NL | 0 | 2 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 23 | 2.62 | -100.3 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.7 | 16 | 10 | 9 | 21 | 5.40 | -41.9 |
| 2013 | ATL | NL | 3 | 1 | 62 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 73.3 | 68 | 23 | 25 | 43 | 2.82 | 734.9 |
| 2014 | ATL | NL | 3 | 3 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 54.7 | 46 | 16 | 13 | 50 | 2.63 | 739.7 |
| 2015 | BOS | AL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 14 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 4.09 | 178.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 166 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SEA | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | ATL | NL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | ATL | NL | 62 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | ATL | NL | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | BOS | AL | 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 | 166 | 0 | 18 | 18 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SEA | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | ATL | P | 18 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | ATL | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | ATL | P | 62 | 0 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 2014 | ATL | P | 61 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | BOS | P | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 166 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | BOS | AL | $576,500 |
| 2014 | ATL | NL | $515,000 |
| 2013 | ATL | NL | $490,000 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | $481,250 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,062,750 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's University | Queens | NY | 2003, 2004, 2005 |