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Luis Valdez

Atlanta Braves

1984/05/05 25

6-2 205

Sabana Grande de Palenque, Dom. Rep.

R / R

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Year Team G GS W L SV CG SHO IP H R ER HR BB K ERA WHIP
2009 Braves 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 2.2 3 1 1 0 2 0 3.38 1.88

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Scouting Report

Assets
  • Has the ability to rack up both strikeouts and saves, at least at lower levels. Displays a good arm.
Flaws
  • Must prove he can pitch in critical situations at the highest level, as well as avoid the big inning.
Career Potential
  • Late-inning reliever with closing potential.

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

September 7, 2009 Optioned to Gwinnett (AAA).
September 1, 2009 Recalled from Gwinnett (AAA).
July 20, 2009 Optioned to Gwinnett (AAA).
July 10, 2009 Recalled from Gwinnett (AAA).
March 16, 2009 Optioned to Gwinnett (AAA).
October 23, 2008 Contract purchased from Mississippi (AA).
November 3, 2007 Opted for minor league free agency.

Trades

November 21, 2007 Signed by the Atlanta Braves to a minor league contract.
February 14, 2001 Signed as a non-drafted free agent by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

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