Armando Benitez
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Armando Benitez, a right-handed relief pitcher from the Dominican Republic, became known for his powerful fastball and his role as a closer in Major League Baseball. Born on November 3, 1972, in San Pedro de Macorís, Benitez began his professional career when he was signed by the Baltimore Orioles as an amateur free agent in 1990. His journey

Armando Benitez, a right-handed relief pitcher from the Dominican Republic, became known for his powerful fastball and his role as a closer in Major League Baseball. Born on November 3, 1972, in San Pedro de Macorís, Benitez began his professional career when he was signed by the Baltimore Orioles as an amateur free agent in 1990. His journey

Career Pitching Stats

NL 1994-2008

Win-Loss

40–47

ERA

3.13

Saves

289

#32 All-Time

WHIP

1.217

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Skills Scorecard

Control

A-

Velocity

A+

Stamina

D-

Command

A+

Range

D-

Fielding

D-

Career Timeline

1994-1998

Baltimore Orioles (AL)

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1999-2003

New York Mets (NL)

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2003

Seattle Mariners (AL)

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2003

New York Yankees (AL)

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2004

Florida Marlins (NL)

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2005-2007

San Francisco Giants (NL)

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2007

Florida Marlins (NL)

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2008

Toronto Blue Jays (AL)

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Personal Profile

Born Nov 3rd, 1972

Age 52 years old

Bats / Throws Right / Right

Height / Weight 6' 4" 180 lbs

Position RP

Uniform #s 49 · 45 · 48

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