Roberto Hernández (hernaro01)

Roberto Manuel Hernández Rodriguez

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 4", Weight 235 lb.
• School University of Connecticut, University of South Carolina Aiken
• High School New Hampton High School, Chelsea Vocational School
• Debut September 2, 1991
• Final Game September 25, 2007
• Born November 11, 1964 in Santurce, P.R.

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Biographical Information

Pitcher Roberto Hernandez was signed as a 1st round pick in the 1986 amateur draft by the California Angels and scout Al Goldis.

He shares a name with Roberto Hernandez a contemporary pitcher who was known as Fausto Carmona during the time when both were active, having reverted to his real name a couple of years after the original Roberto Hernandez had retired.

The ballpark at the University of South Carolina Aiken was named Roberto Hernandez Stadium in his honor in 1993. He became eligible for election to the Hall of Fame in 2013 but did not receive any votes and was dropped from the ballot.

Notable Achievements

• 2-time AL All-Star (1996 & 1999)
• 30 Saves Seasons: 6 (1993, 1995-1997, 1999 & 2000)
• 40 Saves Seasons: 1 (1999)