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'''Kevin Michael Slowey''' (born May 4, 1984) is an American former professional [[baseball]] [[pitcher]]. Slowey was selected by the [[Minnesota Twins]] with the 73rd pick in the second round of the [[2005 Major League Baseball Draft]]. He also played for the [[Miami Marlins]]. After his playing career ended he joined the [[Major League Baseball Players Association]] as an assistant.
'''Kevin Michael Slowey''' (born May 4, 1984) is an American former professional [[baseball]] [[pitcher]]. Slowey was selected by the [[Minnesota Twins]] in the second round (73rd overall) of the [[2005 Major League Baseball Draft]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=2nd Round of the 2005 MLB June Amateur Draft |url=https://www.baseball-reference.com/draft/?year_ID=2005&draft_round=2&draft_type=junreg&query_type=year_round |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Baseball-Reference.com]] |language=en}}</ref> He also played for the [[Miami Marlins]]. After his playing career ended, Slowey joined the [[Major League Baseball Players Association]] as an assistant.


==College==
==College==
Slowey drew little attention from Division I schools and ended up attending [[Winthrop University]] on an academic scholarship after scoring a 1420 on his [[SAT]]. He went on to be named as a third-team [[All-American]] by ''[[Baseball America]]'' in 2005 when he had 14-2 record with 126 strikeouts, only 13 walks issued, and a 2.16 ERA. In his three seasons at Winthrop, he set school records with 331 strikeouts and 29 wins.
Slowey drew little attention from Division I schools and ended up attending [[Winthrop University]] on an academic scholarship after scoring a 1420 on his [[SAT]]. He went on to be named as a third-team [[All-American]] by ''[[Baseball America]]'' in 2005 when he had 14–2 record with 126 strikeouts, only 13 walks issued, and a 2.16 ERA. In his three seasons at Winthrop, he set school records with 331 strikeouts and 29 wins.


==Playing career==
==Playing career==
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====2007 season====
====2007 season====
Slowey ascended rapidly through the Twins minor league system and after failing to make the team as a [[dark horse]] candidate out of spring training, he began the 2007 season with the Triple-A [[Rochester Red Wings]]. After a 6-2 start 1.54 ERA, 57 strikeouts, and 5 walks for the Red Wings, he was called up to the Twins and made his major league debut on June 1, 2007 as a replacement for struggling [[Ramón Ortiz]] in the starting rotation.
Slowey ascended rapidly through the Twins minor league system and after failing to make the team as a [[dark horse]] candidate out of spring training, he began the 2007 season with the Triple-A [[Rochester Red Wings]]. In nine starts, Slowey was 6–2 with a 1.54 ERA, 57 strikeouts, and five walks for the Red Wings. Due to his strong start, he was called up to the Twins and made his major league debut on June 1, 2007, as a replacement for struggling [[Ramón Ortiz]] in the starting rotation.<ref>{{Cite web |date=May 30, 2007 |title=Twins bring up Slowey for Friday start, send down DePaula |url=https://www.twincities.com/2007/05/30/twins-bring-up-slowey-for-friday-start-send-down-depaula/ |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[St. Paul Pioneer Press]] |language=en-US}}</ref>


In his first major league start against the [[Oakland Athletics]], Slowey received a no decision in a Twins 3-2 win. He gave up one run, five hits, struck out three, and walked two in six complete innings. The lone run came off of a solo home run in the sixth inning by the A's [[Eric Chavez]]. A highlight of the start occurred early in the game when in the first inning, Slowey showed excellent poise in working out of a bases loaded jam.
In his first major league start against the [[Oakland Athletics]], Slowey received a no decision in a Twins 3–2 win. He gave up one run, five hits, struck out three, and walked two in six complete innings. The lone run came off of a solo home run in the sixth inning by the A's [[Eric Chavez]]. A highlight of the start occurred early in the game when in the first inning, Slowey showed excellent poise in working out of a bases loaded jam.<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 2, 2007 |title=Cirillo, Redmond notch 10th-inning RBIs in Twins win |url=https://www.espn.com/mlb/recap/_/gameId/270601111 |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[ESPN]] |language=en |agency=[[Associated Press]]}}</ref>


In his second start, on June 6, 2007, Slowey earned the first win of his MLB career. The win came against the [[Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim]]. He pitched five innings giving up five runs, four of them earned, striking out two, and walking none as the Twins won 8-5.
In his second start on June 6, 2007, Slowey earned the first win of his MLB career against the [[Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim]]. He pitched five innings, giving up five runs, (four earned), striking out two, and walking none as the Twins won 8–5.<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 6, 2007 |title=Minnesota Twins vs Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Box Score: June 6, 2007 |url=https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/ANA/ANA200706060.shtml |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Baseball-Reference.com]] |language=en}}</ref>


After an excellent start against the [[Atlanta Braves]] on June 12, 2007, in which he gave up 2 earned runs, Slowey began to struggle through his remaining starts. On July 5, 2007, after giving up 5 earned runs in 3{{fraction|2|3}} innings against the [[New York Yankees]], Slowey was optioned back to the Triple-A [[Rochester Red Wings]], exchanging his roster spot with [[Carmen Cali]].<ref>[http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/news/press_releases/press_release.jsp?ymd=20070705&content_id=2068972&vkey=pr_min&fext=.jsp&c_id=min The Official Site of The Minnesota Twins: Official Info: Twins option pitcher Kevin Slowey to Triple-A Rochester<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>
After an excellent start against the [[Atlanta Braves]] on June 12, 2007, in which he gave up two earned runs in six innings,<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 12, 2007 |title=Atlanta Braves vs Minnesota Twins Box Score: June 12, 2007 |url=https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/MIN/MIN200706120.shtml |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Baseball-Reference.com]] |language=en}}</ref> Slowey began to struggle through his remaining starts. On July 5, 2007, after giving up five earned runs in 3{{fraction|2|3}} innings against the [[New York Yankees]], Slowey was optioned back to the Triple-A [[Rochester Red Wings]], exchanging his roster spot with [[Carmen Cali]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thesier |first=Kelly |date=July 5, 2007 |title=Slowey struggles in loss to Yankees |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20070705&content_id=2068782&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080320103736/http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20070705&content_id=2068782&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |archive-date=March 20, 2008 |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Minnesota Twins]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=July 5, 2007 |title=Twins option pitcher Kevin Slowey to Triple-A Rochester |url=http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/news/press_releases/press_release.jsp?ymd=20070705&content_id=2068972&vkey=pr_min&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110617002439/http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/news/press_releases/press_release.jsp?ymd=20070705&content_id=2068972&vkey=pr_min&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |archive-date=June 17, 2011 |access-date=June 17, 2011 |website=[[Minnesota Twins]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref>


====2008 season====
====2008 season====
Slowey pitched 10.2 innings for the [[Minnesota Twins]] in spring training, posting a 2-1 record and 5.90 ERA, earning him a spot on the starting rotation.<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/springStats?team=min&type=pitch&year=2008 ESPN – MLB Spring Training Stats – Major League Baseball Spring Training Stats<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>
Slowey pitched 23{{fraction|2|3}} innings for the [[Minnesota Twins]] in spring training, posting a 3–2 record and 4.94 ERA, earning him a spot on the starting rotation.<ref>{{Cite web |title=2008 Minnesota Twins - Spring Training |url=https://www.thebaseballcube.com/content/stats/mlb~2008~17/spring/ |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=The Baseball Cube |language=en}}</ref>


On April 11, 2008, Slowey was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right biceps.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thesier |first=Kelly |date=April 11, 2008 |title=Liriano to return to rotation Sunday |url=http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080411&content_id=2516348&vkey=news_min&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080413095415/http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080411&content_id=2516348&vkey=news_min&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |archive-date=April 13, 2008 |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Minnesota Twins]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref> On May 8, 2008, he was activated from the DL.<ref>{{Cite web |date=May 7, 2008 |title=Twins to put Baker on DL with strained right groin |url=https://www.espn.com/mlb/news/story?id=3385708 |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[ESPN]] |language=en |agency=[[Associated Press]]}}</ref>
On April 11, 2008, he was placed on the 15-day DL. On May 8, 2008, he was activated from the DL.<ref>[http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/players/profile?playerId=28692 ESPN - Kevin Slowey Stats, News, Photos - Minnesota Twins<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>


On May 29, 2008, he pitched his first MLB [[complete game]]. In that game against the [[Kansas City Royals]], he was one out away from a shutout as well; however, he up gave an RBI double. In his 101st pitch of the night, he retired the next batter and finished the night with a victory after nine innings of work.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2008_05_29_minmlb_kcamlb_1 |title=Twins vs. Royals &#124; 05/29/08 &#124; MLB.com |publisher=Mlb.mlb.com |date=2008-05-29 |access-date=2019-12-30}}</ref>
On May 29, 2008, Slowey pitched his first MLB [[complete game]]. In that game against the [[Kansas City Royals]], he was one out away from a shutout as well; however, he up gave an RBI double to Alex Gordon. In his 101st pitch of the night, he retired the next batter and finished the night with a victory after nine innings of work.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thesier |first=Kelly |date=May 30, 2008 |title=Slowey's CG caps Twins' sweep |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080529&content_id=2796028&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080601070206/http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080529&content_id=2796028&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |archive-date=June 1, 2008 |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Minnesota Twins]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref>


On June 29, 2008, Slowey pitched his first big league complete shutout game against the [[Milwaukee Brewers]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Parker |first=Leslie |date=June 29, 2008 |title=Slowey tosses shutout in Twins victory |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080629&content_id=3028696&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080705142112/http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080629&content_id=3028696&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |archive-date=July 5, 2008 |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Minnesota Twins]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref> He finished the season 12–11 with a 3.99 ERA, 24 walks, and 123 strikeouts in 27 starts.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Kevin Slowey Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More |url=https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/s/sloweke01.shtml |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Baseball-Reference.com]] |language=en}}</ref> He achieved an 0–2 count on 32.7% of all batters he faced, the second-highest percentage in the majors.<ref>{{Cite web |title=2008 Major League Baseball Pitching Pitches |url=https://www.baseball-reference.com/leagues/MLB/2008-pitches-pitching.shtml |access-date=December 30, 2019 |website=[[Baseball-Reference.com]] |publisher=[[Sports Reference]]}}</ref>
On June 29, 2008, he pitched his first big league complete shutout game against the [[Milwaukee Brewers]].

At the end of the 2008 season, he had a 12-11 record with a 3.99 ERA, 24 walks, and 123 strikeouts.<ref>[http://mlb.mlb.com/stats/individual_stats_player.jsp?c_id=mlb&playerID=458713&section1=1&statSet1=1&section2=1&section3=1&statSet3=1&statSet2=1 www.mlb.com individual stats]</ref> He went 0-2 on 33% of all batters he faced, the highest percentage in the majors.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.baseball-reference.com/leagues/MLB/2008-pitches-pitching.shtml |title=2008 Major League Baseball Pitching Pitches |publisher=Baseball-Reference.com |date=1970-01-01 |access-date=2019-12-30}}</ref>


====2009 season====
====2009 season====
Slowey posted a very impressive 10-3 record. However, he posted an ERA of 4.86 (a career high until 2011), and a WHIP of 1.412 (still a career high). Slowey's season was cut short when he was placed on the disabled list for a strained right wrist on July 4.<ref>[http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090727&content_id=6089844&vkey=news_min&fext=.jsp&c_id=min MLB - Slowey to have wrist surgery, out for year] (accessed October 7, 2009)</ref> Tests revealed that a pre-existing bone fragment was responsible for the aggravation. Slowey had season-ending surgery on his wrist in late July.<ref>[http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/fantasy/wsfb/news/index.jsp?action=locate&pid=458713 Kevin Slowey - Fantasy News and Updates] (accessed October 7, 2009)</ref>
In 16 starts, Slowey posted a very impressive 10–3 record, but recorded a 4.86 ERA and a WHIP of 1.412.<ref name=":0" /> Slowey's season was cut short when he was placed on the disabled list for a strained right wrist on July 4.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thesier |first=Kelly |date=July 27, 2009 |title=Slowey to have wrist surgery, out for year |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090727&content_id=6089844&vkey=news_min&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090731143104/http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090727&content_id=6089844&vkey=news_min&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |archive-date=July 31, 2009 |access-date=October 7, 2009 |website=[[Minnesota Twins]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref> Tests revealed that a pre-existing bone fragment was responsible for the aggravation. Slowey had season-ending surgery on his wrist in late July.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kevin Slowey - Fantasy News and Updates |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/fantasy/wsfb/news/index.jsp?action=locate&pid=458713 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100305053733/http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/fantasy/wsfb/news/index.jsp?action=locate&pid=458713 |archive-date=March 5, 2010 |access-date=October 7, 2009 |website=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref>


====2010 season====
====2010 season====
Despite having wrist surgery, he was able to start the season in the Twins rotation, winning in his first start of the year against the [[Los Angeles Angels]].<ref>[http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100408&content_id=9151974&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min Twins power their way past Angels]</ref> On July 1, 2010 he left a game against the [[Detroit Tigers]] after he was hit in the ankle by a batted ball, but did not miss any time on the mound.
Despite having wrist surgery, Slowey was able to start the season in the Twins rotation, winning in his first start of the year against the [[Los Angeles Angels]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Thesier |first=Kelly |date=April 9, 2010 |title=Twins power their way past Angels |url=http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100408&content_id=9151974&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100411085640/http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100408&content_id=9151974&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=min |archive-date=April 11, 2010 |access-date=April 11, 2010 |website=[[Minnesota Twins]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref> On July 1, 2010, he left a game against the [[Detroit Tigers]] after he was hit in the ankle by a batted ball, but did not miss any time on the mound.<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 30, 2010 |title=Morneau powers Slowey, Twins past Oliver, Tigers |url=https://www.espn.com/mlb/recap/_/gameId/300630109 |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[ESPN]] |language=en |agency=[[Associated Press]]}}</ref>


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On August 9, 2010, Slowey missed a start against the [[Chicago White Sox]] due to elbow soreness.<ref>{{Cite web |date=August 9, 2010 |title=Twins to skip Slowey's next turn due to sore elbow |url=https://www.wctrib.com/sports/twins-to-skip-sloweys-next-turn-due-to-sore-elbow |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[West Central Tribune]] |language=en |agency=[[Associated Press]]}}</ref> On August 15, 2010, he pitched seven no-hit innings against the [[Oakland Athletics]] before being removed in the top of the eighth for [[Jon Rauch]]. Rauch retired the first batter he faced before giving up a double to [[Cliff Pennington (baseball)|Cliff Pennington]]. Addressing the questionable move, manager [[Ron Gardenhire]] said, "It's the way it is. It's sad. I'd be booing too because I want to see a no-hitter, but I also know I'm responsible for this guy's arm", as he alluded to the elbow tendinitis that caused Slowey to miss his last start. Slowey had thrown 106 pitches through his seven innings.<ref>{{Cite magazine |date=August 15, 2010 |title=Twins take no-hitter into eighth, down Oakland 4-2 |url=http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/baseball/mlb/gameflash/2010/08/15/29929_recap.html?eref=sihp |url-status=dead |magazine=[[Sports Illustrated]] |publisher=[[CNN]] |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100817171125/http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/baseball/mlb/gameflash/2010/08/15/29929_recap.html?eref=sihp |archive-date=August 17, 2010 |access-date=August 17, 2010 |agency=[[Associated Press]]}}</ref> He ended the season going 13–6 with a 4.45 ERA in a career-high 30 games (28 starts).<ref name=":0" />
On August 8, 2010, Slowey missed a start against the [[Chicago White Sox]] due to elbow soreness.<ref>[http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/mlb/fantasy/wsfb/news/index.jsp?player_id=458713 Kevin Slowey Fantasy Baseball News & Player Updates]</ref>

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On August 15, 2010 he pitched 7 no-hit innings against the [[Oakland Athletics]] before being removed in the top of the eighth for [[Jon Rauch]]. Rauch retired the first batter he faced before giving up a double to [[Cliff Pennington (baseball)|Cliff Pennington]]. Addressing the questionable move, manager [[Ron Gardenhire]] said, "It's the way it is. It's sad. I'd be booing too because I want to see a no-hitter, but I also know I'm responsible for this guy's arm", as he alluded to the elbow tendinitis that caused Slowey to miss his last start. Slowey had thrown 106 pitches through his seven innings.<ref>[http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/baseball/mlb/gameflash/2010/08/15/29929_recap.html?eref=sihp Twins take no-hitter into eighth, down Oakland 4-2]</ref>

As of August 16, 2010 he was 11-5 with a 4.22 ERA.<ref>[http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/team/player.jsp?player_id=458713 Kevin Slowey Stats, Bio, Photos, Highlights]</ref>

He ended the season going 13-6 with a 4.45 ERA in a career high 30 games (28 starts).


====2011 season====
====2011 season====
In Spring Training 2011, Slowey was given a chance to win a spot in the Twins starting rotation, but he was unsuccessful. He began the 2011 season in the bullpen.
In Spring Training 2011, Slowey was given a chance to win a spot in the Twins starting rotation, but he was unsuccessful. He began the 2011 season in the bullpen.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Neal III |first=La Velle E. |date=March 22, 2011 |title=Baker grabs fifth spot in rotation over Slowey |url=https://www.startribune.com/baker-grabs-fifth-spot-in-rotation-over-slowey/118475609/ |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Star Tribune]]}}</ref>


His 2011 was abysmal as he did not record a win in 8 starts, while also making 6 relief appearances. He lost all 8 starts he pitched in, going 0-8 while allowing 44 runs in 59.1 innings pitched. This season marked Slowey's last with the team.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://aarongleeman.com/2011/05/24/twins-preparing-to-part-ways-with-kevin-slowey/ |title=Twins preparing to part ways with Kevin Slowey » AaronGleeman.com » Aaron Gleeman's Baseball and Minnesota Twins Blog |publisher=AaronGleeman.com |date=2011-05-24 |access-date=2019-12-30}}</ref>
Slowey had a rough season in 2011, losing all eight starts he pitched in and going 0–8 with a 6.67 ERA in 14 games (eight starts).<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |title=Kevin Slowey 2011 Pitching Splits |url=https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/split.fcgi?id=sloweke01&year=2011&t=p |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[Baseball-Reference.com]]}}</ref> This season marked Slowey's last with the team.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gleeman |first=Aaron |date=May 24, 2011 |title=Twins preparing to part ways with Kevin Slowey |url=http://aarongleeman.com/2011/05/24/twins-preparing-to-part-ways-with-kevin-slowey/ |access-date=December 30, 2019 |website=AaronGleeman.com}}</ref>


===Colorado Rockies===
===Colorado Rockies===
On December 6, 2011 Slowey was traded to the [[Colorado Rockies]] in exchange for a player to be named later.<ref>[http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20111206&content_id=26103956&vkey=news_mlb&c_id=mlb Rockies land Slowey in trade with Twins]</ref>
On December 6, 2011, Slowey was traded to the [[Colorado Rockies]] in exchange for a player to be named later.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Harding |first=Thomas |date=December 6, 2011 |title=Rockies land Slowey in trade with Twins |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20111206&content_id=26103956&vkey=news_mlb&c_id=mlb |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120107234557/http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20111206&content_id=26103956&vkey=news_mlb&c_id=mlb |archive-date=January 7, 2012 |access-date=January 7, 2012 |website=[[MLB.com]] |publisher=[[MLB Advanced Media]]}}</ref> He agreed to a one-year, $2.75 million deal to avoid arbitration on December 12.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nicholson-Smith |first=Ben |date=December 12, 2011 |title=Players To Avoid Arbitration |url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2011/12/players-to-avoid-arbitration-2.html |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=MLB Trade Rumors |language=en-US}}</ref>

Then, just 6 days later, Slowey agreed to a one-year deal to avoid arbitration.


===Cleveland Indians===
===Cleveland Indians===
Slowey was traded to the [[Cleveland Indians]] on January 20, 2012 in exchange for [[Zach Putnam]]. He was optioned to the Triple-A [[Columbus Clippers]] and subsequently spent the entire season on the minor-league disabled list. Slowey was outrighted to Columbus and removed from the Indians' 40-man roster on October 31, 2012. He subsequently elected to become a free agent.
On January 20, 2012, Slowey was traded to the [[Cleveland Indians]] in exchange for [[Zach Putnam]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=January 20, 2012 |title=Rockies acquire RHP Zach Putnam from Cleveland for RHP Kevin Slowey and cash considerations |url=https://www.mlb.com/news/rockies-acquire-rhp-zach-putnam-from-cleveland/c-26407906 |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[MLB.com]] |publisher=[[MLB Advanced Media]] |language=en}}</ref> He was optioned to the Triple-A [[Columbus Clippers]] and subsequently spent the entire season on the minor-league disabled list. Slowey was outrighted to Columbus and removed from the Indians' 40-man roster on October 31, 2012.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nicholson-Smith |first=Ben |date=October 31, 2012 |title=Outrighted To Triple-A: Slowey, Rottino, Kelly |url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/10/outrighted-to-triple-a-don-kelly.html |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=MLB Trade Rumors |language=en-US}}</ref> He subsequently elected to become a free agent on November 7.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Axisa |first=Mike |date=November 7, 2012 |title=Minor Moves: Mock, Burke, Maier, Slowey, Ford |url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/11/minor-moves-mock-burke-maier-maldonado-ford.html |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=MLB Trade Rumors |language=en-US}}</ref>


===Miami Marlins===
===Miami Marlins===
Slowey signed a Minor league deal with the Marlins as a non roster invitee with an invitation to spring training. Slowey had a strong spring training, pitching to a 2.41 ERA and a WHIP of 1.13 in 6 games (2 starts). Due to his strong performance, Slowey made the team and was named their #3 starter to start the season.
On January 15, 2013, Slowey signed a minor league deal with the [[Miami Marlins]] as a non-roster invitee with an invitation to spring training.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Capozzi |first=Joe |date=January 25, 2013 |title=Marlins Report: Ex-Twins starter Kevin Slowey signs minor-league deal |url=https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/sports/mlb/2013/01/26/marlins-report-ex-twins-starter/7502613007/ |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[The Palm Beach Post]] |language=en-US}}</ref> Slowey had a strong spring training, pitching to a 2.41 ERA and a WHIP of 1.13 in six games (two starts).<ref>{{Cite web |title=2013 Miami Marlins - Spring Training |url=https://www.thebaseballcube.com/content/stats/mlb~2013~34/spring/ |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=The Baseball Cube |language=en}}</ref> Due to his strong performance, Slowey made the team and was named their #3 starter to start the season.<ref>{{Cite web |date=March 26, 2013 |title=Kevin Slowey: Former Twins pitcher makes Marlins rotation |url=https://www.twincities.com/2013/03/26/kevin-slowey-former-twins-pitcher-makes-marlins-rotation/ |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[St. Paul Pioneer Press]] |language=en-US}}</ref>


====2013 season====
====2013 season====
Slowey started the 2013 season with several quality starts, and was the Marlins' best statistical starting pitcher in April. Unfortunately, he lacked the run support to earn a victory until May 5, 2013, against the [[Philadelphia Phillies]]. It was Slowey's first win at the major league level since September 2010, snapping a 15-start winless streak.<ref>{{cite news|last=Spencer|first=Clark|title=Kevin Slowey gets first win in nearly three years as Marlins pound Phillies|url=http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/05/06/3382357/kevin-slowey-gets-first-win-in.html|access-date=7 May 2013|date=6 May 2013}}</ref> On June 8, Slowey got the win in a 20 inning game against the [[New York Mets|Mets]], pitching 7 scoreless innings.<ref>[https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/NYN/NYN201306080.shtml Miami Marlins at New York Mets Box Score, June 8, 2013]</ref> After his start against [[Milwaukee Brewers|Milwaukee]] on June 12, he was demoted to the bullpen and was replaced in the rotation by [[Nathan Eovaldi]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.fishstripes.com/2013/6/19/4444294/kevin-slowey-moved-to-the-bullpen-to-make-room-for-eovaldi-and-alvarez |title=Miami Marlins news: Kevin Slowey moved to bullpen to make room for Eovaldi and Alvarez? |work=Fish Stripes |first=Dakota |last=Schmidt |date=June 19, 2013}}</ref> After [[Tom Koehler]] was optioned and [[Ricky Nolasco]] was traded, Slowey got the start on July 8 against the [[2013 Atlanta Braves season|Braves]], pitching 5 scoreless innings.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.kffl.com/gnews.php?id=859902-marlins-kevin-slowey-to-pitch-monday |title=Marlins - Kevin Slowey to pitch Monday |work=KFFL |date=July 6, 2013}}</ref> After the break, Koehler was recalled and Slowey returned to the bullpen. On July 28, Slowey was placed on the disabled list and missed the rest of the season due to a right flexor strain.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130729&content_id=55167172&notebook_id=55170980&vkey=notebook_mia&c_id=mia |title=Slowey may miss rest of season due to flexor strain |work=Marlins.com |first=Joe |last=Frisaro |date=July 29, 2013}}</ref> In 20 games for the Marlins (14 starts), he went 3-6 with a 4.11 ERA, striking out 76 in 92 innings.
Slowey started the 2013 season with several quality starts, and was the Marlins' best statistical starting pitcher in April. Unfortunately, he lacked the run support to earn a victory until May 5, 2013, against the [[Philadelphia Phillies]]. It was Slowey's first win at the major league level since September 2010, snapping a 15-start winless streak.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Spencer |first=Clark |date=May 6, 2013 |title=Kevin Slowey gets first win in nearly three years as Marlins pound Phillies |work=[[Miami Herald]] |url=http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/05/06/3382357/kevin-slowey-gets-first-win-in.html |url-status=dead |access-date=May 7, 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131014175206/http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/05/06/3382357/kevin-slowey-gets-first-win-in.html |archive-date=October 14, 2013}}</ref> On June 8, Slowey got the win in a 20 inning game against the [[New York Mets|Mets]], pitching seven scoreless innings.<ref>{{Cite web |date=June 8, 2013 |title=Miami Marlins vs New York Mets Box Score: June 8, 2013 |url=https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/NYN/NYN201306080.shtml |website=[[Baseball-Reference.com]] |language=en}}</ref> After his start against [[Milwaukee Brewers|Milwaukee]] on June 12, he was demoted to the bullpen and was replaced in the rotation by [[Nathan Eovaldi]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Schmidt |first=Dakota |date=June 19, 2013 |title=Miami Marlins news: Kevin Slowey moved to bullpen to make room for Eovaldi and Alvarez? |url=http://www.fishstripes.com/2013/6/19/4444294/kevin-slowey-moved-to-the-bullpen-to-make-room-for-eovaldi-and-alvarez |website=Fish Stripes |publisher=[[SB Nation]]}}</ref> After [[Tom Koehler]] was optioned and [[Ricky Nolasco]] was traded, Slowey got the start on July 8 against the [[2013 Atlanta Braves season|Braves]], pitching five scoreless innings.<ref>{{Cite web |date=July 6, 2013 |title=Marlins - Kevin Slowey to pitch Monday |url=http://www.kffl.com/gnews.php?id=859902-marlins-kevin-slowey-to-pitch-monday |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131016080211/http://www.kffl.com/gnews.php?id=859902-marlins-kevin-slowey-to-pitch-monday |archive-date=October 16, 2013 |access-date=October 16, 2013 |website=KFFL}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=July 8, 2013 |title=Braves explode in 14th with six runs, race past Marlins |url=https://www.espn.com/mlb/recap/_/gameId/330708128 |access-date=January 4, 2013 |website=[[ESPN]] |language=en |agency=[[Associated Press]]}}</ref> After the break, Koehler was recalled and Slowey returned to the bullpen. On July 28, Slowey was placed on the disabled list and missed the rest of the season due to a right flexor strain.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Frisaro |first=Joe |last2=Morgan |first2=Joe |date=July 29, 2013 |title=Slowey may miss rest of season due to flexor strain |url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130729&content_id=55167172&notebook_id=55170980&vkey=notebook_mia&c_id=mia |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131023170513/http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130729&content_id=55167172&notebook_id=55170980&vkey=notebook_mia&c_id=mia |archive-date=October 23, 2013 |access-date=October 23, 2013 |website=[[Miami Marlins]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref> In 20 games for the Marlins (14 starts), he went 3–6 with a 4.11 ERA, striking out 76 in 92 innings.<ref name=":0" />


====2014 season====
====2014 season====
Slowey was designated for assignment on June 16, 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/marlins-recall-top-prospect-andrew-heaney-outfielder-christian-yelich-placed-on-dl?ymd=20140616&content_id=80062420&vkey=news_mlb|title=Marlins recall phenom Heaney; Yelich to DL|last=Frisaro|first=Joe|work=MLB.com|date=June 16, 2014|access-date=June 16, 2014}}</ref> On June 24, the Marlins officially released Slowey<ref>{{cite web|author=Steve Adams |url=http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/06/tigers-acquire-daniel-schlereth.html |title=Minor Moves: Whiteside, Texeira, Slowey, Bell, Schlereth |publisher=MLB Trade Rumors |date=2014-06-24 |access-date=2019-12-30}}</ref>
On December 27, 2013, Slowey re-signed with the Marlins on a minor league contract.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Adams |first=Steve |date=January 8, 2014 |title=Marlins Re-Sign Kevin Slowey |url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/01/marlins-re-sign-kevin-slowey.html |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=MLB Trade Rumors |language=en-US}}</ref> He had his contract selected to the major league roster on March 30. He was designated for assignment on June 16, 2014.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Frisaro |first=Joe |date=June 16, 2014 |title=Marlins recall phenom Heaney; Yelich to DL |url=http://m.mlb.com/news/article/80062420 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160306220122/http://m.mlb.com/news/article/80062420 |archive-date=March 6, 2016 |access-date=June 16, 2014 |website=[[MLB.com]] |publisher=[[MLB Advanced Media]]}}</ref> At the time, he was 1–1 with a 5.30 ERA in 17 games (two starts).<ref name=":0" /> On June 24, the Marlins officially released Slowey.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Adams |first=Steve |date=June 24, 2014 |title=Minor Moves: Whiteside, Texeira, Slowey, Bell, Schlereth |url=http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/06/tigers-acquire-daniel-schlereth.html |access-date=December 30, 2019 |website=MLB Trade Rumors}}</ref>


===Philadelphia Phillies and retirement===
===Philadelphia Phillies and retirement===
On December 22, 2014, Slowey signed a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training with the [[Philadelphia Phillies]].<ref>{{cite web|last=Baer |first=Bill |url=http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/12/22/report-dan-haren-is-holding-out-hope-for-a-trade-to-the-angels-or-padres/ |title=Report: Dan Haren is "holding out hope" for a trade to the Angels or Padres – HardballTalk |date=22 December 2014 |publisher=Hardballtalk.nbcsports.com |access-date=2019-12-30}}</ref> where he competed with several other pitchers for a spot in the back of the Phillies' starting rotation.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Zolecki|first1=Todd|title=Trending upward: Slowey makes strong first impression|url=http://m.phillies.mlb.com/news/article/111159398/phillies-right-hander-kevin-slowey-makes-strong-first-impression|website=phillies.com: News|publisher=MLB Advanced Media|access-date=March 5, 2015|date=March 4, 2015}}</ref> He was released on March 31, 2015. On June 2, 2015, Slowey announced his retirement from baseball. He has taken a position in the Major League Baseball Player's Association as a special assistant to Tony Clark, the executive director.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=MLB&id=4496&line=467753&spln=1 |title=Archived copy |access-date=2015-06-02 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150603050430/http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=MLB&id=4496&line=467753&spln=1 |archive-date=2015-06-03 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
On December 22, 2014, Slowey signed a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training with the [[Philadelphia Phillies]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Short |first=D. J. |date=December 22, 2014 |title=Report: Dan Haren is "holding out hope" for a trade to the Angels or Padres |url=http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/12/22/report-dan-haren-is-holding-out-hope-for-a-trade-to-the-angels-or-padres/ |access-date=December 30, 2019 |website=[[NBC Sports]]}}</ref> He competed with several other pitchers for a spot in the back of the Phillies' starting rotation.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Zolecki |first=Todd |date=March 4, 2015 |title=Trending upward: Slowey makes strong first impression |url=https://www.mlb.com/phillies/news/phillies-right-hander-kevin-slowey-makes-strong-first-impression/c-111159398 |access-date=March 5, 2015 |website=[[Philadelphia Phillies]] |publisher=[[MLB.com]]}}</ref> He was released on March 31, 2015.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gross |first=Stephen |date=March 31, 2015 |title=Kevin Slowey released by Phillies |url=https://www.mcall.com/sports/ironpigs-phillies/mc-kevin-slowey-released-by-phillies-20150331-story.html |access-date=January 4, 2023 |website=[[The Morning Call]]}}</ref> On June 2, 2015, Slowey announced his retirement from baseball. He has taken a position in the Major League Baseball Player's Association as a special assistant to [[Tony Clark]], the executive director.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Fantasy Baseball Breaking News |url=http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=MLB&id=4496&line=467753&spln=1 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150603050430/http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=MLB&id=4496&line=467753&spln=1 |archive-date=June 3, 2015 |access-date=June 2, 2015 |website=[[NBC Sports Edge|Rotoworld]]}}</ref>


==Pitches==
==Pitches==
Slowey was considered to be a [[control pitcher]] and his repertoire included a low 90s [[fastball]] considered to be his best pitch, a good [[changeup]], a good slow [[curveball]], and a tight slider. He was known for his exceptional control and command of the strike zone and was often compared to former Minnesota Twins pitcher [[Brad Radke]], due to his excellent control. Slowey's delivery was much simpler than Radke's, however, mainly due to the absence of Radke's high leg kick.<ref>[http://quononbaseball.mlblogs.com/archives/2007/05/nathan_haynes_a.html Quon On Minor League Baseball: Nathan Haynes and Kevin Slowey.<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>
Slowey was considered to be a [[control pitcher]] and his repertoire included a low 90s [[fastball]] considered to be his best pitch, a good [[changeup]], a good slow [[curveball]], and a tight slider. He was known for his exceptional control and command of the strike zone and was often compared to former Minnesota Twins pitcher [[Brad Radke]], due to his excellent control. Slowey's delivery was much simpler than Radke's, however, mainly due to the absence of Radke's high leg kick.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Quon |first=Dan |date=May 29, 2007 |title=Nathan Haynes and Kevin Slowey |url=https://mlblogsquononbaseball.wordpress.com/2007/05/29/nathan-haynes-and-kevin-slowey/ |access-date=May 29, 2007 |website=Quon On Minor League Baseball |language=en}}</ref>


==Family==
==Family==
His cousin, Rob Madore, is a professional ice hockey goaltender who has played in the [[American Hockey League]].<ref>http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=15666 {{Bare URL inline|date=May 2022}}</ref> He currently plays with the [[South Carolina Stingrays]] of the [[East Coast Hockey League]].
Slowey's cousin, Rob Madore, is a professional ice hockey goaltender who has played in the [[American Hockey League]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Rob Madore at eliteprospects.com |url=https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/15666/rob-madore |website=Elite Prospects |language=en}}</ref> He last played with the [[South Carolina Stingrays]] of the [[ECHL]].


==References==
==References==
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Kevin Slowey
Slowey with the Beloit Snappers in 2005
Pitcher
Born: (1984-05-04) May 4, 1984 (age 40)
Conroe, Texas, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
June 1, 2007, for the Minnesota Twins
Last MLB appearance
June 14, 2014, for the Miami Marlins
MLB statistics
Win–loss record43–36
Earned run average4.62
Strikeouts495
Teams

Kevin Michael Slowey (born May 4, 1984) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. Slowey was selected by the Minnesota Twins in the second round (73rd overall) of the 2005 Major League Baseball Draft.[1] He also played for the Miami Marlins. After his playing career ended, Slowey joined the Major League Baseball Players Association as an assistant.

College

Slowey drew little attention from Division I schools and ended up attending Winthrop University on an academic scholarship after scoring a 1420 on his SAT. He went on to be named as a third-team All-American by Baseball America in 2005 when he had 14–2 record with 126 strikeouts, only 13 walks issued, and a 2.16 ERA. In his three seasons at Winthrop, he set school records with 331 strikeouts and 29 wins.

Playing career

Minnesota Twins

2007 season

Slowey ascended rapidly through the Twins minor league system and after failing to make the team as a dark horse candidate out of spring training, he began the 2007 season with the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings. In nine starts, Slowey was 6–2 with a 1.54 ERA, 57 strikeouts, and five walks for the Red Wings. Due to his strong start, he was called up to the Twins and made his major league debut on June 1, 2007, as a replacement for struggling Ramón Ortiz in the starting rotation.[2]

In his first major league start against the Oakland Athletics, Slowey received a no decision in a Twins 3–2 win. He gave up one run, five hits, struck out three, and walked two in six complete innings. The lone run came off of a solo home run in the sixth inning by the A's Eric Chavez. A highlight of the start occurred early in the game when in the first inning, Slowey showed excellent poise in working out of a bases loaded jam.[3]

In his second start on June 6, 2007, Slowey earned the first win of his MLB career against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. He pitched five innings, giving up five runs, (four earned), striking out two, and walking none as the Twins won 8–5.[4]

After an excellent start against the Atlanta Braves on June 12, 2007, in which he gave up two earned runs in six innings,[5] Slowey began to struggle through his remaining starts. On July 5, 2007, after giving up five earned runs in 32⁄3 innings against the New York Yankees, Slowey was optioned back to the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings, exchanging his roster spot with Carmen Cali.[6][7]

2008 season

Slowey pitched 232⁄3 innings for the Minnesota Twins in spring training, posting a 3–2 record and 4.94 ERA, earning him a spot on the starting rotation.[8]

On April 11, 2008, Slowey was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right biceps.[9] On May 8, 2008, he was activated from the DL.[10]

On May 29, 2008, Slowey pitched his first MLB complete game. In that game against the Kansas City Royals, he was one out away from a shutout as well; however, he up gave an RBI double to Alex Gordon. In his 101st pitch of the night, he retired the next batter and finished the night with a victory after nine innings of work.[11]

On June 29, 2008, Slowey pitched his first big league complete shutout game against the Milwaukee Brewers.[12] He finished the season 12–11 with a 3.99 ERA, 24 walks, and 123 strikeouts in 27 starts.[13] He achieved an 0–2 count on 32.7% of all batters he faced, the second-highest percentage in the majors.[14]

2009 season

In 16 starts, Slowey posted a very impressive 10–3 record, but recorded a 4.86 ERA and a WHIP of 1.412.[13] Slowey's season was cut short when he was placed on the disabled list for a strained right wrist on July 4.[15] Tests revealed that a pre-existing bone fragment was responsible for the aggravation. Slowey had season-ending surgery on his wrist in late July.[16]

2010 season

Despite having wrist surgery, Slowey was able to start the season in the Twins rotation, winning in his first start of the year against the Los Angeles Angels.[17] On July 1, 2010, he left a game against the Detroit Tigers after he was hit in the ankle by a batted ball, but did not miss any time on the mound.[18]

On August 9, 2010, Slowey missed a start against the Chicago White Sox due to elbow soreness.[19] On August 15, 2010, he pitched seven no-hit innings against the Oakland Athletics before being removed in the top of the eighth for Jon Rauch. Rauch retired the first batter he faced before giving up a double to Cliff Pennington. Addressing the questionable move, manager Ron Gardenhire said, "It's the way it is. It's sad. I'd be booing too because I want to see a no-hitter, but I also know I'm responsible for this guy's arm", as he alluded to the elbow tendinitis that caused Slowey to miss his last start. Slowey had thrown 106 pitches through his seven innings.[20] He ended the season going 13–6 with a 4.45 ERA in a career-high 30 games (28 starts).[13]

2011 season

In Spring Training 2011, Slowey was given a chance to win a spot in the Twins starting rotation, but he was unsuccessful. He began the 2011 season in the bullpen.[21]

Slowey had a rough season in 2011, losing all eight starts he pitched in and going 0–8 with a 6.67 ERA in 14 games (eight starts).[13][22] This season marked Slowey's last with the team.[23]

Colorado Rockies

On December 6, 2011, Slowey was traded to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for a player to be named later.[24] He agreed to a one-year, $2.75 million deal to avoid arbitration on December 12.[25]

Cleveland Indians

On January 20, 2012, Slowey was traded to the Cleveland Indians in exchange for Zach Putnam.[26] He was optioned to the Triple-A Columbus Clippers and subsequently spent the entire season on the minor-league disabled list. Slowey was outrighted to Columbus and removed from the Indians' 40-man roster on October 31, 2012.[27] He subsequently elected to become a free agent on November 7.[28]

Miami Marlins

On January 15, 2013, Slowey signed a minor league deal with the Miami Marlins as a non-roster invitee with an invitation to spring training.[29] Slowey had a strong spring training, pitching to a 2.41 ERA and a WHIP of 1.13 in six games (two starts).[30] Due to his strong performance, Slowey made the team and was named their #3 starter to start the season.[31]

2013 season

Slowey started the 2013 season with several quality starts, and was the Marlins' best statistical starting pitcher in April. Unfortunately, he lacked the run support to earn a victory until May 5, 2013, against the Philadelphia Phillies. It was Slowey's first win at the major league level since September 2010, snapping a 15-start winless streak.[32] On June 8, Slowey got the win in a 20 inning game against the Mets, pitching seven scoreless innings.[33] After his start against Milwaukee on June 12, he was demoted to the bullpen and was replaced in the rotation by Nathan Eovaldi.[34] After Tom Koehler was optioned and Ricky Nolasco was traded, Slowey got the start on July 8 against the Braves, pitching five scoreless innings.[35][36] After the break, Koehler was recalled and Slowey returned to the bullpen. On July 28, Slowey was placed on the disabled list and missed the rest of the season due to a right flexor strain.[37] In 20 games for the Marlins (14 starts), he went 3–6 with a 4.11 ERA, striking out 76 in 92 innings.[13]

2014 season

On December 27, 2013, Slowey re-signed with the Marlins on a minor league contract.[38] He had his contract selected to the major league roster on March 30. He was designated for assignment on June 16, 2014.[39] At the time, he was 1–1 with a 5.30 ERA in 17 games (two starts).[13] On June 24, the Marlins officially released Slowey.[40]

Philadelphia Phillies and retirement

On December 22, 2014, Slowey signed a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training with the Philadelphia Phillies.[41] He competed with several other pitchers for a spot in the back of the Phillies' starting rotation.[42] He was released on March 31, 2015.[43] On June 2, 2015, Slowey announced his retirement from baseball. He has taken a position in the Major League Baseball Player's Association as a special assistant to Tony Clark, the executive director.[44]

Pitches

Slowey was considered to be a control pitcher and his repertoire included a low 90s fastball considered to be his best pitch, a good changeup, a good slow curveball, and a tight slider. He was known for his exceptional control and command of the strike zone and was often compared to former Minnesota Twins pitcher Brad Radke, due to his excellent control. Slowey's delivery was much simpler than Radke's, however, mainly due to the absence of Radke's high leg kick.[45]

Family

Slowey's cousin, Rob Madore, is a professional ice hockey goaltender who has played in the American Hockey League.[46] He last played with the South Carolina Stingrays of the ECHL.

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