Greg Aquino

Greg Aquino
Relief pitcher
Born: (1978-01-11) January 11, 1978 (age 46)
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
July 2, 2004, for the Arizona Diamondbacks
Last MLB appearance
June 17, 2009, for the Cleveland Indians
MLB statistics
Win–loss record3–6
Earned run average5.31
Strikeouts143
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Teams

Gregori Emilio Aquino Valera (/əˈkiːnoʊ/; Spanish pronunciation: [aˈkino]; born January 11, 1978) is a Dominican former professional baseball pitcher. He previously played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Milwaukee Brewers, Baltimore Orioles, and Cleveland Indians.

Career

Arizona Diamondbacks

Aquino was originally signed as a 16-year-old infielder in 1995, by the Arizona Diamondbacks. After spending the next decade in the Diamondbacks' farm system, he made his major league debut on July 2, 2004, against the Minnesota Twins.[1] That year, he was 0–2 with 16 saves and a 3.06 earned run average in 34 games.[2] He then spent the following two seasons with the Diamondbacks.

Milwaukee Brewers

On November 25, 2006, Aquino was traded to the Milwaukee Brewers alongside catcher Johnny Estrada and pitcher Claudio Vargas in exchange for outfielder Dave Krynzel, and pitchers Doug Davis and Dana Eveland.[3] Aquino began the 2007 season on the Brewers roster, but was optioned to the Triple-A Nashville Sounds on April 21.[4] He was later recalled by Milwaukee on August 31 to replace Manny Parra, who was placed on the disabled list.[5] In 15 appearances with the Brewers, Aquino went 0–1 with a 4.50 ERA.[2]

Baltimore Orioles

On December 14, 2007, Aquino was claimed off waivers by the Baltimore Orioles.[6] After a poor performance in the first month of the 2008 season, the Orioles designated Aquino for assignment on April 29,[7] and he cleared waivers and was assigned to Triple-A on May 1. He became a free agent at the end of the season.

Cleveland Indians

Aquino signed a minor league contract with the Cleveland Indians on January 14, 2009.[8] He attended Indians spring training in 2009 but was sent to Minor League camp on March 24, 2009.[9] In October 2009, Aquino was granted free agency.

Chicago White Sox

On December 14, 2009, Aquino signed a minor league contract with the Chicago White Sox.[2] He became a free agent after the 2010 season.

Sultanes de Monterrey

On June 7, 2011, Aquino signed with the Sultanes de Monterrey of the Mexican Baseball League. He was released on June 10, 2011.

Guerreros de Oaxaca

On June 20, 2011, Aquino signed with the Guerreros de Oaxaca of the Mexican Baseball League. He was released on July 26, 2011.

Sugar Land Skeeters

On April 19, 2013, Aquino signed with the Sugar Land Skeeters of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. He became a free agent at the end of the season.

References

  1. ^ "Mistakes carry over in Pedrique's debut". ESPN. Associated Press. July 2, 2004. Archived from the original on January 22, 2022. Retrieved January 21, 2022.
  2. ^ a b c "Greg Aquino Stats". Baseball-Reference.com. Retrieved January 21, 2022.
  3. ^ Gilbert, Steve (November 25, 2006). "D-backs pull off six-player swap". Arizona Diamondbacks. MLB.com. Archived from the original on March 3, 2007. Retrieved January 21, 2022.
  4. ^ McCalvy, Adam (April 22, 2007). "Notes: Aquino sees team doctor". Milwaukee Brewers. MLB.com. Archived from the original on May 26, 2007. Retrieved January 21, 2022.
  5. ^ "FOR THE RECORD". The Baltimore Sun. September 1, 2007. Retrieved January 21, 2022.
  6. ^ Fordin, Spencer (December 14, 2007). "Orioles claim Aquino off waivers". Baltimore Orioles. MLB.com. Archived from the original on December 17, 2007. Retrieved January 21, 2022.
  7. ^ "O's Recall Olson, McCrory; Fahey Optioned & Aquino Designated". OurSports Central. April 29, 2008. Retrieved January 21, 2022.
  8. ^ "Indians invite Saarloos, Aquino to spring camp". ESPN. Associated Press. January 14, 2009. Retrieved January 22, 2022.
  9. ^ "Indians send LHP Sowers, 6 others to minors". The Washington Times. March 24, 2009. Retrieved January 22, 2022.