Ubaldo Jimenez
Dominican-American former MLB pitcher; threw first no-hitter in Rockies history and started 2010 All-Star Game.
Ubaldo Jiménez García (born January 22, 1984) is a Dominican-American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Colorado Rockies, Cleveland Indians and Baltimore Orioles. Jiménez started the 2010 MLB All-Star Game. That year, he pitched the first no-hitter in Rockies' franchise history.
Quick Facts
- Position
- Pitcher
- Born
- 22 January 1984
- Birthplace
- Nagua, Dominican Republic
- Bats
- Right
- Debut league
- MLB
- Debut date
- September 26
- Debut year
- 2006
- Debut team
- Colorado Rockies
Lore & Background
Jiménez was named the NL Pitcher of the Month for April 2010, becoming the first pitcher in Rockies history to win the award. He set a franchise record for consecutive scoreless innings by a starting pitcher (22+1/3) in 2010, later extended to 33 straight scoreless innings, a franchise record for all pitchers.
Reader's Guide
Jiménez signed with the Colorado Rockies on April 25, 2001. He made his MLB debut on September 26, 2006. He earned his first MLB win on July 29, 2007. On April 17, 2010, he no-hit the Atlanta Braves, the first no-hitter in Rockies history. He was traded to the Cleveland Indians on July 31, 2011. He signed with the Baltimore Orioles on February 19, 2014. He earned his 100th MLB victory on September 22, 2015.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ubaldo Jimenez?
Ubaldo Jimenez was a fiery left-handed starting pitcher who played for the Colorado Rockies from 2010 to 2013. He quickly became one of the most electrifying arms in franchise history, known for his aggressive style and ability to dominate hitters at Coors Field.
What happened after Ubaldo Jimenez left the Rockies?
After his successful run in Colorado, he was traded to other teams before eventually retiring from Major League Baseball. His story serves as a testament to the fleeting but brilliant impact he had during his time with the Rockies.
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