A Tribute to Fernando Valenzuela: Career Stats and Teams He Played For

Fernando Valenzuela, the tremendous Mexican baseball legend and star of the Los Angeles Dodgers, passed away this Tuesday in Los Angeles, California.

This is how the MLB organization gave him the last farewell: “Fernandomania” swept baseball in 1981 when the 20-year-old rookie sensation began the season with an 8-0 record and a 0.50 ERA. The lefthander capped his incredible year by winning the National League Rookie of the Year and Cy Young awards while helping lead Los Angeles to a World Series title,” reads the statement shared on social media.

The lefthander from Navojo (Mexico) pitched for 17 seasons in the MLB. He was a 6-time All-Star and had the most wins, with 173 and 2,074 strikeouts from any other Mexican-born pitcher.

Career Stats as a pitcher:

Where did Fernando Valenzuela play during his career?

Fernando Valenzuela had an impressive career from 1981 to 1997. He was a standout pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, earning multiple All-Star selections and winning 21 games in a single season. Despite shoulder issues later in his career, he contributed to the Dodgers' 1988 World Series win.

After leaving the Dodgers, he continued his career with several other teams, including the California Angels, Baltimore Orioles, Philadelphia Phillies, San Diego Padres, and St. Louis Cardinals.

After finishing his playing career, for 22 years, practically until his sudden death, he dedicated himself to serving as the Dodgers' Spanish-language announcer.

In recognition of his contributions, the team retired his No. 34 in 2023.