Rich Harden

Rich Harden is a Major League Baseball player. He is currently a pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.

James Richard Harden was born in Victoria, British Columbia, on November 30, 1981. He attended Central Arizona Junior College. In 2001, Harden was selected by the Oakland Athletics in the 17th round of the Major League Baseball draft.Baseballl-Reference.com: Rich Harden

Harden made his MLB debut on July 21, 2003, with the Oakland Athletics. In his first season with the A's, Harden appeared in 15 games and compiled an ERA of 4.46 with a record of 5 wins and 4 losses. In 2004, Harden earned 11 wins with 167 strikeouts.MLB.com: Rich Harden In 2008, Harden was traded to the Chicago Cubs along with fellow pitcher Chad Gaudin.ESPN.com: Cubs trade four players to A's for pitchers Harden, Gaudin

• November 30, 1981: Born
• 2003: Debuted with Oakland Athletics
• 2008: Traded to Chicago Cubs

• Baseball-Reference.com: Career Stats
  • Height: 6'1"
  • Weight: 195 lbs
  • Rookie Year: 2003

• November 30, 1981: Born

• 2003: Debuted with Oakland Athletics

• 2008: Traded to Chicago Cubs