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Jairo Asencio

Asencio with the Baltimore Orioles in 2013

Relief pitcher
Born: May 30, 1983 (age 41)
Sabana Grande de Palenque, Dominican Republic

Batted: Right

Threw: Right

Professional debut
MLB: July 12, 2009, for the Atlanta Braves
KBO: March 29, 2014, for the Kia Tigers
Last appearance
MLB: July 27, 2013, for the Baltimore Orioles
KBO: October 8, 2014, for the Kia Tigers
MLB statistics
Win–loss record1–2
Earned run average5.34
Strikeouts41
KBO statistics
Win–loss record4-1
Earned run average4.05
Strikeouts56
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Teams

Jairo Manuel Asencio (born May 30, 1983) is a Dominican former professional baseball right-handed pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Atlanta Braves, Cleveland Indians, Chicago Cubs, and Baltimore Orioles, and in the KBO League for the Kia Tigers.

Asencio was first signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2001.[1]

He was placed on the Atlanta Braves 40-man roster for the first time in 2009 when he made three appearances for the major league team, and later on April 16, 2011, to replace the disabled Peter Moylan.[2] His Major League debut was on July 12, 2009, against the Colorado Rockies. On April 28, Asencio was optioned back to the Triple-A Gwinnett Braves.[3]

For the entire 2010 Atlanta Braves season, Asencio was on the team's restricted list because of visa problems. It was discovered later in the year that Asencio had used a false name, Luis Valdez, and birthdate.[4][5]

On March 29, 2012, Asencio was traded to the Cleveland Indians in exchange for cash considerations.[6] In 18 appearances for Cleveland, he compiled a 1-1 record and 5.96 ERA with 21 strikeouts across 25+2⁄3 innings pitched. Asencio was designated for assignment by the Indians on May 28.[7]

The Chicago Cubs claimed Asencio off waivers on June 1, 2012.[8] In 12 games for the Cubs, he recorded a 3.07 ERA with 8 strikeouts across 14+2⁄3 innings pitched. On July 19, Asencio was designated for assignment by the Cubs.[9] He cleared waivers and was sent outright to the Triple-A Iowa Cubs.[10] Asencio elected free agency following the season on November 2.

On November 5, 2012, Asencio signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers that included an invitation to spring training.[11]

On March 25, 2013, Asencio was traded to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for a player to be named later or cash. He started the season with the Triple-A Norfolk Tides. Asencio was recalled by the Orioles on July 12,[12] and pitched one inning of relief against the Toronto Blue Jays that night. He was designated for assignment on July 28.[13] Asencio cleared waivers and was sent outright to Norfolk on July 31.[14] He elected free agency on October 4.[15]

Asencio signed a deal with the Kia Tigers of the KBO League for the 2014 season.[16][17]

On January 22, 2015, Asencio signed a minor league contract with the Chicago White Sox.[18] In 17 appearances out of the bullpen for the Triple-A Charlotte Knights, he registered a 5.03 ERA with 28 strikeouts and 9 saves over 19+2⁄3 innings pitched. Asencio was released by the White Sox organization on May 29.[19]

On April 18, 2017, Asencio signed with the Leones de Yucatán of the Mexican League. In 25 games for Yucatán, he compiled a 2–1 record and 2.42 ERA with 28 strikeouts across 26 innings pitched. Asencio was released on June 6.

Saraperos de Saltillo

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On May 23, 2019, Asencio signed with the Saraperos de Saltillo of the Mexican League. In 5 games, he recorded a 4.50 ERA with 2 strikeouts across 4 innings of work. Asencio was released on June 4.

On February 10, 2022, Asencio signed with the Mariachis de Guadalajara of the Mexican League.[20] However, he was released prior to the start of the season on April 19.[citation needed]

  1. ^ "Orioles select contract of RHP Jairo Asencio from Triple-A Norfolk". MLB.com. July 12, 2013. Archived from the original on January 23, 2015. Retrieved January 23, 2015.
  2. ^ "Back strain lands Moylan on disabled list". MLB.com. April 16, 2011. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  3. ^ Bowman, Mark (April 28, 2011). "Seeking versatility, Braves recall Mather". MLB.com. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  4. ^ "Indians acquire RHP Asencio from Braves". Boston Globe. Associated Press. March 29, 2012. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  5. ^ Bastian, Jordon (March 29, 2012). "Reliever Asencio acquired from Braves". MLB.com. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  6. ^ "Bullpen picture clears with Asencio trade". MLB.com. March 29, 2012. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  7. ^ "Indians Announce Series of Roster Moves". MLB.com. May 28, 2012. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  8. ^ "Cubs claim righthander Jairo Asencio off waivers". MLB.com. June 1, 2012. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  9. ^ "Cubs Acquire Justin Germano; DFA Asencio". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
  10. ^ "Outrighted: Asencio, De La Cruz". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
  11. ^ Gruman, Andrew (November 5, 2012). "Brewers sign Asencio to minor league deal". Fox Sports. Retrieved January 23, 2015.
  12. ^ "Orioles bring up Jairo Asencio, DFA Jair Jurrjens". Associated Press. July 12, 2013. Archived from the original on July 13, 2013. Retrieved July 12, 2013.
  13. ^ "Orioles recall OF Hoes, designate RHP Asencio". ESPN.com. Associated Press. July 28, 2013. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  14. ^ "Minor Moves: Adcock, Loe, Reynolds, Asencio, Pineiro". mlbtraderumors.com. July 31, 2013. Retrieved July 22, 2024.
  15. ^ Encina, Eduardo A. (October 4, 2013). "Former Orioles Teagarden and Asencio declare for free agency". Baltimore Sun. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  16. ^ "Tigers looking to return to glory". JoongAng Ilbo. March 12, 2014. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  17. ^ "Kia Tigers acquire ex-Japan league ace Houlton". GlobalPost. Yonhap News Agency. January 1, 2014. Archived from the original on March 7, 2016. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
  18. ^ "Soto, Penny get minors deals". ESPN.com. Associated Press. January 22, 2015. Retrieved January 23, 2015.
  19. ^ "Knights Make Roster Moves". Our Sports Central. May 29, 2015. Retrieved July 16, 2015.
  20. ^ "JAIRO ASENCIO, LÍDER HISTÓRICO DE SALVAMENTOS DE LA LIDOM, SE UNE A MARIACHIS". mismariachis.com.mx (in Spanish). February 10, 2022. Archived from the original on February 10, 2022. Retrieved February 10, 2022.