José Rafael Ruiz Aparicio

Baseball Player

Birthday October 21, 1994

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Guacara, Venezuela

Age 30 years old

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About

Professional pitcher that was acquired by the Chicago White Sox in December 2017. Prior to Chicago, he pitched in the San Diego Padres minor league farm system. 

Before Fame

He signed his first professional contract with the Pades as an international free agent in 2011. He initially began his professional baseball career as a catcher.

Trivia

He made his official major league debut pitching against the New York Mets on July 24, 2017 as a member of the Padres. He recorded one strikeout in only one inning. 

Family Life

He lives along with his fiancée, Vargas. They have a daughter together. He is a native of Guacara, Venezuela.

Associated With

He recorded his first career major league strikeout facing Yoenis Cespedes.