HIROKI
KURODA
SP
Ht/Wt
6’1’’,
205 lbs
Bats/Throws
R /
R
Experience
7
years
Debut
Apr 4, 2008
Born
Feb 10, 1975
(49 yrs)
Osaka, Japan
Hometown
Osaka, Japan
Signed
Signed by LA Dodgers in 2007.
Season Stats
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| W Wins
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L Losses
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ERA Earned Run Average
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G Games
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GS Games Started
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CG Complete Games
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SHO Shutouts
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SV Saves
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HLD Holds
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IP Innings Pitched
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H Hits Allowed
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R Runs Allowed
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ER Earned Runs
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HR Home Runs Allowed
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BB Walks
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SO Strikeouts
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WHIP Walks and Hits Per Inning Pitched
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Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
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| 2016-10-18 |
Announced his retirement at the end of the season.
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| 2014-12-26 |
Signed with Hiroshima (Japanese League).
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| 2014-10-30 |
Filed for free agency.
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| 2013-12-07 |
Re-signed as a free agent by the New York Yankees to a one-year contract.
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| 2013-10-31 |
Filed for free agency.
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Scouting Report
Had a wealth of experience for pitching at a high level, and a vast knowledge of the art of pitching. Displayed plenty of poise and good control. Rarely beat himself when on the bump. Did not have overpowering stuff, so he could at times get hit hard if he was not pinpoint with his control. Had trouble keeping the ball in the park. Strikeouts were not easy to get for him.
Long Range Potential: Savvy, quality starter.
