Jeff Marquez

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Jeff Marquez
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Pitcher
Born: (1984-08-10) August 10, 1984 (age 39)
Vacaville, California, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
July 9, 2010, for the Chicago White Sox
Last MLB appearance
June 19, 2011, for the New York Yankees
Men’s baseball
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Pan American Games
Silver medal icon (S initial).svg 2011 Guadalajara National team

Jeffrey Joseph Marquez (born August 10, 1984) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Chicago White Sox and New York Yankees.

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Career

New York Yankees

Marquez attended Sacramento City College before being chosen by the New York Yankees in the supplemental round as the 41st overall pick of 2004 MLB draft. Marquez was a compensation pick for losing David Wells to the San Diego Padres.

In 2005, Marquez played for the Single-A Charleston RiverDogs. Making a team leading 27 starts, he went 9-13 with an ERA of 3.42. Marquez was second on the team to Chase Wright in wins (9), innings pitched (139+23), and strikeouts (107).

In 2007, Marquez played for the Double-A Trenton Thunder and was an Eastern League midseason All-Star for the team that year. Marquez went 15-9 with a 3.65 ERA for the Thunder. He led the league with 15 wins, was tied with 27 starts, was tied for second in innings pitched (155+13), tied for third in complete games (2), and was tenth in ERA (3.65).

On November 20, 2007, the New York Yankees purchased Marquez's contract, protecting him from the Rule 5 draft.

Chicago White Sox

On November 13, 2008, Marquez, along with minor league pitcher Jhonny Núñez, and utility man Wilson Betemit were traded to the Chicago White Sox for first baseman/outfielder Nick Swisher and minor league pitcher Kanekoa Texeira. [1]

Marquez made his MLB debut on July 9, 2010, pitching the 9th inning vs. Kansas City allowing 2 runs in an 8-2 White Sox win. The White Sox recalled him on May 30, 2011. [2] He was designated for assignment on June 5. [3]

Return to Yankees

Marquez was claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees on June 8 and added to the MLB roster when Joba Chamberlain was placed on the DL. [4] On August 27, the Yankees outrighted Marquez to the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees. [5] He was granted free agency in November 2011.

Seattle Mariners

On November 10, 2011, the Seattle Mariners signed Marquez to a minor league contract. He was released on July 24, 2012.

Colorado Rockies

He was signed by Colorado Rockies on Aug 11th, 2012, and assigned to Triple A Colorado Springs Sky Sox.

Cincinnati Reds

On January 2, 2013, he signed a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds but was released soon after. [6]

Comeback attempt

After not playing for two years, he returned to active duty with the Sioux City Explorers of the independent American Association.

Pericos de Puebla

On March 11, 2016, Marquez signed with the Pericos de Puebla of the Mexican Baseball League. He was released on February 21, 2017.

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References

  1. Yankees acquire 1B/OF Nick Swisher and Kanekoa Texeira from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for INF Wilson Betemit and two Minor League pitchers
  2. Nicholson-Smith, Ben. "White Sox Designate McPherson For Assignment". MLBTradeRumors.com. Retrieved 30 May 2011.
  3. Adams, Luke. "White Sox Designate Jeff Marquez For Assignment". MLBTradeRumors.com. Retrieved 5 June 2011.
  4. Dierkes, Tim. "Yankees Claim Jeff Marquez". MLBTradeRumors.com. Retrieved 8 June 2011.
  5. "Yankees outright Jeff Marquez to Triple-A". 27 August 2011.
  6. "Reds signed RHP Jeff Marquez to a minor league contract". Archived from the original on 2014-12-20. Retrieved 2013-01-03.