Joel Zumaya

Joel Zumaya is a right-handed pitcher for the Detroit Tigers. After attending Bonita Vista High School, the Tigers selected Zumaya in the 11th round of the 2002 amateur draft. Though he started his minor league career as a starting pitcher, the Tigers believed that Zumaya's skills were best suited for work out of the bullpen. He made his MLB debut with the Tigers on April 3, 2006, striking out three batters in two innings of relief.

Fast Facts

1. Full name: Joel Martin Zumaya
2. Born: November 9, 1984
3. Birth Place: Cula Vista, California
4. Bats: Right
5. Throws: Right
6. Renown for his 100 mph fastball
7. 2006: Reportedly hurt finger before MLB Playoffs because of excessive playing of the Video Game Guitar Hero

Strengths

Zumaya is one of the hardest thrower in the game, with a fastball known to reach 100 mph. He compliments his heater with a solid change-up and an occasional curve¹

Weaknesses

Not as effective on consecutive outings. His curve-ball is not as dependable as his other two pitches¹

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