Huston Street is a Major League Baseball player. He is currently a relief pitcher for the Colorado Rockies.
On April 2, 2009, the Colorado Rockies announced that Huston Street will be the Rockies closer to start the 2009 baseball season. Street stated, "It's obviously what I wanted. I think it's important to realize that this is just the beginning. This is the start of a huge responsibility to the team."MLB.com: Street earns closer job (April 2, 2009)
Early Life
Huston Lowell Street was born in Austin, Texas, on August 2, 1983. He attended college at the University of Texas. In 2004, Street was selected by the Oakland Athletics with the 40th pick in the Major League Baseball draft.Baseball-Reference.com: Huston Street
On November 10, 2008, news agencies reported that the Colorado Rockies had traded Matt Holliday to the Oakland A's for Street, Carlos Gonzalez and Greg Smith.MLB.com: A's close in on deal for Holliday (November 10, 2008)
Pro Career
Street made his MLB debut on April 6, 2005. In his first season, Street appeared in 67 games and earned 23 saves for the team. On November 7, 2005, Street was named the American League Rookie of the Year.MLB.com: Street named AL Rookie of Year In 2006, Street appeared in 69 games and recorded a career best 37 saves. In 2007, Street finished the season with a 2.88 ERA with five wins as the closer for the team.MLB.com: Huston Street
Huston Street Timeline
- August 2, 1983: Born
- 2005: Debuted with Oakland Athletics
- 2005: American League Rookie of the Year
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Huston Street Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Colorado Rockies
- ESPN.com : Career Stats
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 195
- Years Pro: 2
