Esteban Loaiza
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About
2-time MLB All-Star pitcher whose career spanned from 1995 to 2008.
Before Fame
After time in the Mexican leagues, he was signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1995, spending the same several years alternating between starting and relief pitching.
Trivia
During his 2003-04 seasons with the Chicago White Sox, he was a top contender for the Cy Young award, leading the AL in strikeouts, while finishing second in wins and strikeouts per nine innings.
Family Life
He was married to Jenni Rivera until October 1, 2012, a few months before her fatal plane crash. He has a son named Andres Esteban Loaiza with Cristina Eustace.
Associated With
He and Chris Sale were both standout pitchers on the White Sox.
