Definition
Armando Reynoso is a Mexican former professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1998 to 2008.
Overview
Born on September 13, 1975, in Mexico City, Mexico, Reynoso signed with the Chicago White Sox as an amateur free agent in 1992. He made his MLB debut on September 14, 1998, with the White Sox. Over the course of his career, he pitched for several teams, including the Chicago White Sox (1998–2002), the Cleveland Indians (2003), the Arizona Diamondbacks (2004), the St. Louis Cardinals (2005), and the Philadelphia Phillies (2006–2008). Reynoso compiled a win–loss record of 39–48, an earned run average (ERA) of 5.05, and recorded 472 strikeouts across 735 innings pitched. After his MLB tenure, he continued to play in the Mexican League before retiring from professional baseball.
Etymology/Origin
- Armando is a Spanish given name derived from the Germanic name Hermanus, meaning “army man” or “warrior.”
- Reynoso is a Spanish surname of uncertain origin; it is likely a toponymic name referring to a geographic location or estate historically associated with the word “rey” (king) or a variation thereof.
Characteristics
- Pitching style: Reynoso was primarily a right-handed starter known for a repertoire that included a fastball in the low‑90 mph range, a slider, and a changeup.
- Durability: Throughout his MLB career, he started 115 games and appeared in 132 games total, demonstrating the ability to work both as a starter and a reliever.
- Notable performances: His most successful season was 2000 with the Chicago White Sox, when he posted a 5–6 record with a 4.36 ERA over 126 innings. He also contributed to the Philadelphia Phillies’ rotation during the 2007 season, posting a 5–10 record with a 4.92 ERA.
Related Topics
- Mexican baseball players in Major League Baseball
- Chicago White Sox players
- Major League Baseball pitching statistics
- Mexican League (baseball)
- List of MLB players from Mexico