Omar Daal is a former professional baseball player who played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for over a decade. He was born on March 1, 1972, in Maracaibo, Venezuela, and began his professional baseball career in 1990 when he signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers as an amateur free agent.
Daal made his MLB debut with the Dodgers in 1993 and played for them until 1995. He then played for the Montreal Expos from 1996 to 1998, the Arizona Diamondbacks from 1998 to 2000, the Philadelphia Phillies in 2001, the Dodgers again in 2002, and the Baltimore Orioles in 2003.
Throughout his career, Daal was primarily used as a starting pitcher, but he also made appearances as a relief pitcher. He was known for his control and ability to throw strikes, as well as his ability to induce ground balls.
Daal's best season came in 1999 when he played for the Diamondbacks. He had a record of 16-9 with a 3.65 earned run average (ERA) and 135 strikeouts. He also pitched a shutout against the San Francisco Giants in August of that year.
In total, Daal played in 355 games in his MLB career, starting 221 of them. He had a career record of 65-72 with a 4.35 ERA and 759 strikeouts. He also had one save and pitched in 1,292 innings.
After retiring from baseball, Daal returned to his hometown of Maracaibo, Venezuela, where he became a coach and mentor to young baseball players. He also worked as a commentator for MLB games broadcast in Venezuela.
Overall, Omar Daal had a successful career as a professional baseball player, playing for several teams and earning a reputation as a reliable and effective pitcher. His contributions to the sport have been recognized by fans and fellow players alike, and he remains a respected figure in the world of baseball.
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