Mike Gonzalez
Contract: Signed through 2008
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 205 lbs
- Born: May 23, 1978
- Debut: August 11, 2003
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Newsbreakers
December 16, 2009
Mike Gonzalez has agreed to a two-year deal with the Orioles, according to the Baltimore Sun. It is believed to be worth $12MM.
Our View:
The lefty was among the top relievers on the free agent market, and looks to be the leading candidate for the closer's role, as of now.
December 16, 2009
Mike Gonzalez is nearing a two-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles, according to the Baltimore Sun.
Our View:
Terms are currently unknown, but there's a good chance the left-handed Gonzalez will be the O's closer. Stay tuned.
December 3, 2009
Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated reports that both Mike Gonzalez and Rafael Soriano will reject their arbitration offers from the Braves and test the open market.
Our View:
Not a surprise. Especially with Billy Wagner already under contract, they are probably the two most coveted relievers on the market, and despite shaky injury histories for both, should be able to land lucrative contracts.
November 27, 2009
Baseball Prospectus' John Perrotto reports that the Pirates are interested in a reunion with former Buc Mike Gonzalez.
Our View:
The problem is, as Perrotto puts it, over half of Major League Baseball's clubs are interested in his services. While indeed a fantastic pitcher, he has also been fantastically injury prone in the past. That should prevent most teams from going wild in the payment department when considering him.
November 18, 2009
The Boston Herald is reporting that the Red Sox have requested the medical records of Braves' relievers Mike Gonzalez and Rafael Soriano. The Sox have an interest in strengthening their bullpen this offseason.
Our View:
Boston would like to solidify their setup role if Billy Wagner leaves, and either one of these guys would be a great addition. Both could be candidates to close elsewhere, so it isn't a sure thing one ends up in Boston.
November 13, 2009
According to MLBlogs.com, the Nationals are interested in free agent reliever Mike Gonzalez.
Our View:
Gonzalez was very effective as the Braves setup man/closer last season and would give a substantial boost to a Nationals pen that was one of the worst in the game. He represents an upgrade over incumbent closer Mike MacDougal, but is faced with the question that all free agents pursued by Washington have to ask themselves: do I really want to ply for the Nationals? If the Nats throw him enough money and a chance to close he'll likely succumb. Stay tuned.
September 16, 2009
Mike Gonzalez was forced to leave the Braves game in the eighth inning on Wednesay night, according to MLB.com's Mark Bowman.
Our View:
He is dealing with a stiff back, and is likely day-to-day.
July 23, 2009
According to MLB.com, Mike Gonzalez exited Thursday's game in the eighth inning after being struck by a line drive on the left forearm.
Our View:
Gonzalez left the game immediately. He had X-rays taken and they came back negative, so consider him day-to-day until more details are released.
July 19, 2009
Mike Gonzalez returned to action on Sunday for the first time since being shut down with tendnitis in his elbow. Gonzalez threw one scoreless inning and struck out one while not allowing a baserunner.
Our View:
Gonzalez looked fine today, and hopefully he will be good to go for the rest of the second half. He may not be first in line for save opportunities, but he is still a decent relief pitcher.
July 11, 2009
Mike Gonzalez is dealing with tendinitis in his surgically-repaired pitching elbow, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Our View:
GM Frank Wren noted that Gonzalez should be ready to pitch when play resumes next Thursday following the All-Star break.
May 23, 2009
Mike Gonzalez was unable to lock down the save for Atlanta against Toronto on Saturday, needing Rafael Soriano to come in to nail down the game.
Our View:
Gonzalez gave up a run off two hits and two walks while recording just one out. He had blown two of his previous four save chances and is one of the least attractive closers in the league as part of a platoon situation with Soriano.
May 13, 2009
Mike Gonzalez earned his sixth save of the season on Wednesday with a scoreless ninth inning in the Braves 8-7 nail-biter against the Mets. He pitched the 12th, allowing just one hit and struck out two.
Our View:
Gonzalez has converted six of eight save chances this season. He is a solid fantasy and can help boost your team's K/9 stats. He has fanned 21 in just 15.2 innings this year.
April 28, 2009
Mike Gonzalez picked up his third save of the season on Tuesday in the Braves' 2-1 win over the Cardinals. He threw a perfect ninth inning, while striking out the side.
Our View:
Gonzalez struck out Colby Rasmus, Albert Pujols and Ryan Ludwick to get the save. Mowing down the heart of the NL's hottest and most dangerous lineup is no easy task, but he made it look that way. Gonzalez has been roughed up a bit this season, but made some strides as Tuesday was by far his most dominant outing. He now has 16 Ks in 8.1 innings.
April 22, 2009
Mike Gonzalez struck out the only batter he faced to wrap up the eighth inning on Wednesday against the Nationals. The Braves scored in the top of the ninth and Rafael Soriano worked a perfect ninth inning to give Gonzalez a six-pitch win.
Our View:
Soriano has pitched well enough and Gonzalez poor enough that Gonzalez's job as the closer is in jeopardy. Gonzalez has 11 strikeouts in 6.1 innings, but he has also allowed four earned runs. Even as a setup man, he would still hold some fantasy value, but not nearly as much.
January 19, 2009
Mike Gonzalez has avoided salary arbitration by signing a one-year deal worth $3.45 million with the Braves, according to ESPN.
Our View:
Gonzalez enjoyed a solid campaign with Atlanta in 2008, nailing down 14 saves with a 1.19 WHIP over 33.2 innings. He could compete for the closer's role in spring training, and could be worth a look in NL-only leagues.
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