Matt Thornton (baseball)

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1⁄3 innings. [8] Since 2005, Thornton had recorded the most innings of any left-handed reliever. [19] He became a free agent following the 2015 season.

San Diego Padres

Thornton with the San Diego Padres in 2016. Matt Thornton on June 22, 2016.jpg
Thornton with the San Diego Padres in 2016.

On March 3, 2016, Thornton signed a minor league deal with the San Diego Padres with an invitation to Spring training. [19] He had his contract selected to the major league roster on April 3. He was designated for assignment on August 6, 2016. [20] He cleared waivers and was released on August 11.

Retirement

On November 8, 2016, Thornton announced his retirement from professional baseball. [21]

Pitching style

Since transitioning to the bullpen with the White Sox, Thornton has scrapped his secondary pitches and now relies heavily on a mid- to upper-90s four-seam fastball. In 2010, Thornton has thrown the fastball over 90% of the time. [22] He also occasionally throws a slider, which he uses most effectively against right-handed batters. His fastball command is considered excellent.

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Matt Thornton
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Thornton with the Chicago White Sox in 2008
Pitcher
Born: (1976-09-15) September 15, 1976 (age 48)
Three Rivers, Michigan, U.S.
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
MLB debut
June 27, 2004, for the Seattle Mariners
Last MLB appearance
August 2, 2016, for the San Diego Padres
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