Nathan Eovaldi is a professional baseball pitcher who has played for several teams in Major League Baseball (MLB) throughout his career. He was born on February 13, 1990, in Houston, Texas, and attended Alvin High School. Eovaldi was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 11th round of the 2008 MLB draft and made his MLB debut with the team in 2011.
Eovaldi is known for his fastball, which can reach speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. He has also developed a slider and a splitter, which have helped him become a more effective pitcher. Throughout his career, Eovaldi has been praised for his work ethic and his willingness to learn and improve.
After spending three seasons with the Dodgers, Eovaldi was traded to the Miami Marlins in 2012. He spent two seasons with the Marlins before being traded to the New York Yankees in 2014. Eovaldi had a strong season with the Yankees in 2015, finishing with a 14-3 record and a 4.20 ERA. However, he missed the entire 2017 season due to Tommy John surgery.
In 2018, Eovaldi signed with the Tampa Bay Rays and had a solid season, finishing with a 3.81 ERA and 101 strikeouts in 111 innings pitched. He also played a key role in the Rays' playoff run, pitching in both the American League Division Series and the American League Championship Series.
Eovaldi's strong performance in the playoffs caught the attention of the Boston Red Sox, who signed him to a four-year, $68 million contract in December 2018. Eovaldi struggled with injuries during his time with the Red Sox, but he had some memorable moments, including a six-inning relief appearance in Game 3 of the 2018 World Series, which helped the Red Sox win the championship.
In 2021, Eovaldi was named to the American League All-Star team for the first time in his career. He finished the season with a 3.75 ERA and 197 strikeouts in 192 innings pitched. Eovaldi also set a career high with 21 wins, which tied him for the most in the American League.
Overall, Eovaldi has had a successful career in MLB, despite some setbacks due to injuries. He has shown that he can be a reliable starting pitcher and a valuable member of any team's bullpen. Eovaldi's work ethic and determination have helped him overcome challenges and continue to improve as a pitcher.
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