Orlando Hernandez
Career Overview

Players Baseball Orlando Hernandez

Orlando Hernández, affectionately known as "El Duque," became a beloved figure in Major League Baseball with his unique pitching style and dramatic flair. Born in Cuba, Hernández initially played for the Cuban National Series, where he honed his skills and developed a reputation as a talented pitcher. His journey to the MLB was marked by a daring escape

Orlando Hernández, affectionately known as "El Duque," became a beloved figure in Major League Baseball with his unique pitching style and dramatic flair. Born in Cuba, Hernández initially played for the Cuban National Series, where he honed his skills and developed a reputation as a talented pitcher. His journey to the MLB was marked by a daring escape

Career Pitching Stats

AL 1998-2007

Win-Loss

90–65

ERA

4.13

Strikeouts

1,086

WHIP

1.263

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Skills Scorecard

Control

A-

Velocity

A-

Stamina

B+

Command

A-

Range

A

Fielding

A

Career Timeline

1998-2004

New York Yankees (AL)

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2005

Chicago White Sox (AL)

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2006

Arizona Diamondbacks (NL)

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2006-2007

New York Mets (NL)

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Personal Profile

Born Oct 11th, 1965

Bats / Throws Right / Right

Height / Weight 6' 2" 210 lbs

Position SP

Uniform # 26

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