Ramon Ortiz is a former professional baseball player who played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for over a decade. He was born on May 23, 1973, in Cotui, Dominican Republic. Ortiz began his professional baseball career in 1995 when he was signed as an amateur free agent by the California Angels.
Ortiz made his MLB debut on June 5, 1999, for the Angels against the Milwaukee Brewers. He pitched six innings, allowing only one run and striking out six batters. Ortiz quickly established himself as a reliable starting pitcher for the Angels, finishing his rookie season with a 5-2 record and a 4.13 ERA.
Ortiz continued to pitch for the Angels until 2004, when he was traded to the Cincinnati Reds. He spent one season with the Reds before being traded to the Washington Nationals in 2006. Ortiz had a successful season with the Nationals, finishing with a 11-16 record and a 5.57 ERA.
Ortiz played for several other teams throughout his career, including the Minnesota Twins, Colorado Rockies, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Toronto Blue Jays. He also played for the Orix Buffaloes in Japan in 2011.
Throughout his career, Ortiz was known for his durability and consistency as a starting pitcher. He pitched over 200 innings in a season twice, and he finished his career with a record of 86-84 and a 4.93 ERA. Ortiz also had a reputation for being a good teammate and a positive influence in the clubhouse.
Ortiz retired from professional baseball in 2013 at the age of 40. After his retirement, he returned to his hometown in the Dominican Republic, where he became involved in coaching and mentoring young baseball players. Ortiz also worked as a commentator for ESPN Deportes, providing analysis and commentary on MLB games.
In conclusion, Ramon Ortiz had a successful career as a starting pitcher in MLB, playing for several teams over the course of more than a decade. He was known for his durability, consistency, and positive attitude, and he continues to be involved in the sport as a coach and commentator.
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