Rafael Soriano
Contract: Signed though 2009
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 218 lbs
- Born: Dec 19, 1979
- Debut: May 10, 2002
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
December 11, 2009
Rafael Soriano is now officially a member of the Tampa Bay Rays, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com.
Our View:
How much money they will be paying him has not yet been revealed. As expected, the Braves are receiving reliever Jesse Chavez in return.
December 10, 2009
After accepting arbitration from the Braves, Rafael Soriano has been dealt to the Rays and will serve as the team's closer in 2010, according to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated.
Our View:
The Braves will receive reliever Jesse Chavez in return. Soriano lost his spot in Atlanta's bullpen when the team signed Billy Wagner and Takashi Saito earlier this offseason. He stands to make about $7 million in 2010.
December 9, 2009
There is speculation that the Rays are interested in reliever Rafael Soriano, according to the Tampa Tribune.
Our View:
The Rays are in the market for a closer, and Soriano nailed down 27 saves in 31 chances with Atlanta last season. He would be pricey though, as he accepted the Braves' offer for arbitration, and looks to make between $6-8MM in 2010.
December 8, 2009
According to Mark Bowman on Twitter, reliever Rafael Soriano has granted the Braves trade clearance.
Our View:
Soriano accepted arbitration on Monday, and the Braves have apparently already been involved in talks with several teams. He can now be traded anywhere, but the Orioles, Astros and Red Sox are the most likely suitors.
December 7, 2009
In a surprise move, Rafael Soriano has accepted Atlanta's arbitration offer, according to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated.
Our View:
His decision now leaves Atlanta with a glut of late-inning relievers, as the team has recently signed both Billy Wagner and Takashi Saito. He stands to make roughly $7 million in 2010, and is obviously a candidate to be traded this offseason.
December 5, 2009
Rafael Soriano is considering accepting Atlanta's arbitration offer, according to ESPN.
Our View:
It has been speculated that Soriano will decline the offer, but he is now seriously thinking about accepting, and remaining with the Braves for another year. The Yankees, Mets, Cubs, Orioles, Tigers, Red Sox and Astros are among the teams believed to have some interest in Soriano, but it remains to be seen if any will offer him a multi-year deal to leave Atlanta.
December 1, 2009
According to David O'Brien on Twitter, the Braves have offered salary arbitration to relievers Rafael Soriano and Mike Gonzalez.
Our View:
This doesn't necessarily mean that the Braves want to keep the relievers, but the price has gone up for other interested parties. Both were Type A free agents and will now cost teams a draft pick if they sign either one of them away from the Braves.
November 19, 2009
The New York Yankees plan to pursue former Braves relievers Rafael Soriano and Mike Gonzalez this offseason, according to Fox Sports.
Our View:
The Yankees' bullpen looked like Mariano Rivera and then a bunch of question marks during the playoffs, so expect them to fortify things big time this offseason. Both Gonzalez and Soriano have checkered injury histories, but don't expect that to be a hindrance to the Yanks overpaying them.
August 15, 2009
Rafael Soriano has some "muscle discomfort" behind his right shoulder, and is unavailable to pitch Saturday, according to MLB.com's Mark Bowman.
Our View:
He says he might be able to return by as early as tomorrow, however. We will keep you posted.
June 22, 2009
Rafael Soriano nailed down his sixth save of the season in Monday's 2-0 win over the Cubs at Turner Field. He allowed one hit over one scoreless inning, with one walk and three strikeouts.
Our View:
He picked up his second save of June, and only allowed two earned runs over 11 innings so far in the month.
May 23, 2009
Rafael Soriano came in and picked up a save against Toronto on Saturday after Mike Gonzalez was unable to secure the win.
Our View:
Gonzalez still appears to be in line for a bit more opportunities in this platoon, although that could change after a few more outings if things fall in place for Soriano, who now has four saves on the season.
April 22, 2009
Rafael Soriano worked the ninth inning of the Braves 1-0 win over the Nationals on Wednesday, earning his second save of the season. He did not allow any base runners and struck out two hitters.
Our View:
Mike Gonzalez pitched the final out of the eighth inning and actually took home the win. However, Soriano has pitched far better than Gonzalez at this point and he appears to be in line for some more closing duties - especially when the three batters due up are all right-handed. If Soriano is still on waivers, you'll want to pick him up. He has not allowed a run in seven innings. He has a 0.71 WHIP with 10 strikeouts.
April 12, 2009
Rafael Soriano pitched a perfect ninth inning and picked up his first save of the season as the Braves beat the Nationals 8-5. He struck out two in the game.
Our View:
Mike Gonzalez got the save the previous night, and he is still the team's closer. However, Soriano has thrown four shutout innings in his four appearances this season and will continue to be Gonzalez's primary setup man. He also may be called upon for spot duty in the ninth inning when Gonzalez needs some rest.
March 26, 2009
Braves reliever Rafael Soriano strained a side muscle on Tuesday when pitching against the Pirates, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Our View:
He could start the year on the disabled list with this injury, which should shock absolutely nobody. He was on that list three times last year, and is picking up right where he left off.
March 24, 2009
Reliever Rafael Soriano allowed two unearned runs over one inning of work on Tuesday. He struggled early but ended up striking out the side.
Our View:
Soriano is coming off an elbow injury and has been dealing with a respiratory issue this spring. His fantasy outlook is much like this outing on Tuesday. He could struggle badly or he could look dominant. The Braves will be happy if he provides solid setup work for Mike Gonzalez.
March 15, 2009
Rafael Soriano made his second outing of the spring on Sunday as the Braves beat the Astros 3-2. He gave up one hit in a scoreless sixth inning. He has allowed two hits, no runs, and no walks in his first two outings this spring.
Our View:
Soriano had elbow surgery in the offseason and he has a long injury history. If healthy, he figures to be the Braves setup man, but his durability will always be a factor.
March 8, 2009
Rafael Soriano pitched to hitters for the first time this spring in a batting practice session at Braves' camp Saturday, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Our View:
Soriano is on pace to pitch in his first spring game on Tuesday. He is coming off ulnar-nerve-transposition surgery. If healthy, Soriano would be worth a look for leagues that feature middle men.
March 6, 2009
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Rafael Soriano was feeling fine following his bullpen session on Thursday. He has an upper respiratory infection that has limited his activity this spring.
Our View:
Soriano is also attempting to prove his health following elbow surgery last August. He is not a reliable fantasy option due to his history of health issues, but he is effective when available.
January 28, 2009
MLB.com reports that reliever Rafael Soriano should be at full strength when Braves pitchers and catchers report on February 15.
Our View:
Soriano had surgery on his elbow at the end of August. He may compete with Mike Gonzalez for the closer's job in spring training. He has been an effective, yet oft-injured, pitcher over his seven-year career.
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