Jeff Fulchino

Jeff Fulchino
Jeff Fulchino
	Fulchino with the Houston Astros
	Pitcher
	Born: November 26, 1979; Titusville, Florida
Batted: Right	Threw: Right
MLB debut
	June 22, 2006, for the Florida Marlins
Last MLB appearance
	September 12, 2011, for the San Diego Padres
MLB statistics
Win–loss record	9–10
Earned run average	4.84
Strikeouts	162
Teams
	Florida Marlins (2006); Kansas City Royals (2008); Houston Astros (2009–2011); San Diego Padres (2011);

Jeffrey Paul Fulchino (born November 26, 1979) is an American former professional baseball pitcher.

Career

Florida Marlins

Fulchino played one Major League Baseball game with the Florida Marlins in 2006. His major league debut was on June 22, 2006, against the Baltimore Orioles. He pitched 1/3 of an inning and allowed 0 runs with one walk. Fulchino spent 2007 playing for the Albuquerque Isotopes, the Marlins Triple-A affiliate.

Kansas City Royals

In February 2008, Fulchino signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals. On June 8, 2008, Fulchino was called up to replace the struggling Joel Peralta.

Houston Astros

On December 8, 2008, Fulchino was claimed off waivers by the Houston Astros.[1]

During his 2009 season, Jeff was described as the Houston Astros 2nd most valuable pitcher. He threw 81 innings over 62 games; striking out 71 batters and boasting an ERA of 3.40. Jeff continued his success in the 2010 season. After battling mid-season injury, Fulchino lowered his season ERA to 5.65. As of August 20, 2010, Fulchino posted an ERA of 2.13 in his last 10 appearances.

San Diego Padres

He elected free agency on October 20, 2011, after spending the season with the San Diego Padres.

Washington Nationals

On December 16, he signed a split contract with the Washington Nationals.

Bridgeport Bluefish

Jeff pitched for the Bridgeport Bluefish of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. He was named to the 2013 Atlantic League All Star team. Fulchino was named the closer for Willie Upshaw's Bridgeport Bluefish.

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References

Astros claim Fulchino from Royals

External links

Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball-Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball-Reference (Minors)

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[1] Astros claim Fulchino from Royals