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{{short description|Professional American baseball player}}
{{short description|American baseball player (born 1982)}}
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| caption = Torres with the New York Mets in 2013
| caption = Torres with the New York Mets in 2013
| team = San Francisco Giants
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| position = [[Pitcher]]
| position = [[Pitcher]]
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1982|10|22}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1982|10|22}}
| birth_place = [[Santa Cruz, California]]
| birth_place = [[Santa Cruz, California]], U.S.
| bats = Right
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| throws = Right
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| debutyear = 2009
| debutyear = 2009
| debutteam = Chicago White Sox
| debutteam = Chicago White Sox
| debut2league = NPB
| debut2league= NPB
| debut2date = April 20
| debut2date = April 20
| debut2year = 2011
| debut2year = 2011
| debut2team = Yomiuri Giants
| debut2team = Yomiuri Giants
| finalleague = MLB
| statyear = June 16, 2019
| statleague = MLB
| finaldate = June 16
| finalyear = 2019
| finalteam = Detroit Tigers
| final2league= NPB
| final2date = August 11
| final2year = 2011
| final2team = Yomiuri Giants
| statleague = MLB
| stat1label = [[Win–loss record (pitching)|Win–loss record]]
| stat1label = [[Win–loss record (pitching)|Win–loss record]]
| stat1value = 30–31
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| stat2league = NPB
| stat2league = NPB
| stat21label = [[Win–loss record (pitching)|Win–loss record]]
| stat21label = Win–loss record
| stat21value = 1–2
| stat21value = 1–2
| stat22label = [[Earned run average]]
| stat22label = Earned run average
| stat22value = 6.26
| stat22value = 6.26
| stat23label = [[Strikeout]]s
| stat23label = Strikeouts
| stat23value = 19
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*[[Chicago White Sox]] ({{mlby|2009}}–{{mlby|2010}})
* [[Chicago White Sox]] ({{mlby|2009}}–{{mlby|2010}})
*[[Yomiuri Giants]] ({{npby|2011}})
* [[Yomiuri Giants]] ({{npby|2011}})
*[[Colorado Rockies]] ({{mlby|2012}})
* [[Colorado Rockies]] ({{mlby|2012}})
*[[New York Mets]] ({{mlby|2013}}–{{mlby|2015}})
* [[New York Mets]] ({{mlby|2013}}–{{mlby|2015}})
*[[Milwaukee Brewers]] ({{mlby|2016}}–{{mlby|2017}})
* [[Milwaukee Brewers]] ({{mlby|2016}}–{{mlby|2017}})
*[[Washington Nationals]] ({{mlby|2018}})
* [[Washington Nationals]] ({{mlby|2018}})
*[[Detroit Tigers]] ({{mlby|2019}})
* [[Detroit Tigers]] ({{mlby|2019}})
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'''Carlos Ephriam Torres''' (born October 22, 1982) is a [[Mexican-American]] [[professional baseball]] [[pitcher]] in the [[San Francisco Giants]] organization. He has previously played in [[Major League Baseball]] (MLB) for the [[Chicago White Sox]], [[Colorado Rockies]], [[New York Mets]], [[Milwaukee Brewers]], [[Washington Nationals]], and [[Detroit Tigers]] and for the [[Yomiuri Giants]] of [[Nippon Professional Baseball]] (NPB).
'''Carlos Ephriam Torres''' (born October 22, 1982) is an American former [[professional baseball]] [[pitcher]]. He played in [[Major League Baseball]] (MLB) for the [[Chicago White Sox]], [[Colorado Rockies]], [[New York Mets]], [[Milwaukee Brewers]], [[Washington Nationals]], and [[Detroit Tigers]] and for the [[Yomiuri Giants]] of [[Nippon Professional Baseball]] (NPB).


==Early life==
==Early life==
Carlos Torres was born in [[Santa Cruz, California]] after his father, Jose, emigrated from [[Zacatecas|Zacatecas, Mexico]].<ref name=worldcup>{{cite news|last1=Rohan|first1=Tim|title=Mets Choosing Sides in World Cup|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/14/sports/baseball/mets-choosing-sides-in-world-cup.html|accessdate=17 June 2015|work=[[The New York Times]]|date=June 14, 2014}}</ref> As a child, Torres moved from house to house in [[Santa Cruz County, California|Santa Cruz County's]] "south county" agricultural region where his father looked for work to support his five children.<ref name=embark>{{cite news|last1=Seimas|first1=Jim|title=The Road Warrior: Well-traveled pitcher Torres set to embark on baseball career in Japan|url=http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/general-news/20110206/the-road-warrior-well-traveled-pitcher-torres-set-to-embark-on-baseball-career-in-japan|accessdate=17 June 2015|work=[[Santa Cruz Sentinel]]|date=February 6, 2011}}</ref> Before focusing on baseball, Torres played several sports including [[soccer]], [[American football|football]], [[basketball]] and [[track and field]].<ref name=embark /><ref>{{cite news|last1=Seimas|first1=Jim|title=Pro baseball player Torres among Aptos' latest Hall of Fame class|url=http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/general-news/20090414/pro-baseball-player-torres-among-aptos-latest-hall-of-fame-class|accessdate=17 June 2015|work=[[Santa Cruz Sentinel]]|date=April 14, 2009}}</ref> His father encouraged his playing sports in order to keep him active and out of trouble.<ref name=worldcup /><ref name=latino>{{cite news|last1=Torres|first1=Danny|title=For the Mets Bullpen, Carlos Torres has Already Shown his Proven Pitch: The Cutter|url=http://www.latinosports.com/mets-bullpen-carlos-torres-shown-proven-pitch-cutter/|accessdate=17 June 2015|work=Latino Sports|date=July 1, 2013}}</ref>
Carlos Torres was born in [[Santa Cruz, California]] after his father, Jose, emigrated from [[Zacatecas|Zacatecas, Mexico]].<ref name=worldcup>{{cite news|last1=Rohan|first1=Tim|title=Mets Choosing Sides in World Cup|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/14/sports/baseball/mets-choosing-sides-in-world-cup.html|access-date=17 June 2015|work=[[The New York Times]]|date=June 14, 2014}}</ref> As a child, Torres moved from house to house in [[Santa Cruz County, California|Santa Cruz County's]] "south county" agricultural region where his father looked for work to support his five children.<ref name=embark>{{cite news|last1=Seimas|first1=Jim|title=The Road Warrior: Well-traveled pitcher Torres set to embark on baseball career in Japan|url=http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/general-news/20110206/the-road-warrior-well-traveled-pitcher-torres-set-to-embark-on-baseball-career-in-japan|access-date=17 June 2015|work=[[Santa Cruz Sentinel]]|date=February 6, 2011}}</ref> Before focusing on baseball, Torres lettered in four sports ([[baseball]], [[American football|football]], [[basketball]] and [[track and field]]) at [[Aptos High School]], graduating in 2000.<ref name=embark /><ref>{{cite news|last1=Seimas|first1=Jim|title=Pro baseball player Torres among Aptos' latest Hall of Fame class|url=http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/general-news/20090414/pro-baseball-player-torres-among-aptos-latest-hall-of-fame-class|access-date=17 June 2015|work=[[Santa Cruz Sentinel]]|date=April 14, 2009}}</ref> His father encouraged his playing sports in order to keep him active and out of trouble.<ref name=worldcup /><ref name=latino>{{cite news|last1=Torres|first1=Danny|title=For the Mets Bullpen, Carlos Torres has Already Shown his Proven Pitch: The Cutter|url=http://www.latinosports.com/mets-bullpen-carlos-torres-shown-proven-pitch-cutter/|access-date=17 June 2015|work=Latino Sports|date=July 1, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150617212108/http://www.latinosports.com/mets-bullpen-carlos-torres-shown-proven-pitch-cutter/|archive-date=17 June 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref>


==Career==
==Career==
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===Chicago White Sox===
===Chicago White Sox===
Torres was drafted in the 15th round, 449th overall, in the [[2004 MLB Draft]] by the [[Chicago White Sox]] and signed for $1,000.<ref name="roadwarrior"/> He worked his way up through the White Sox minor league system, before making his Major League debut on July 22, 2009 against the [[Tampa Bay Rays]].<ref>{{cite news|last1=Merkin|first1=Scott|title=Torres to start in place of Danks|url=http://m.whitesox.mlb.com/news/article/5980586|accessdate=February 11, 2016|publisher=MLB.com|date=July 22, 2009}}</ref> Prior to his call-up Torres had posted an 8-4 record with a 2.20 ERA with the White Sox' Triple-A affiliate, the [[Charlotte Knights]]. Scheduled starter [[John Danks]] had a blister on his index finger.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Gonzales|first1=Mark|title=With John Danks sidelined, Chicago White Sox turn to Carlos Torres|url=http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2009-07-22/sports/0907210513_1_john-danks-manager-ozzie-guillen-sidelined|accessdate=February 11, 2016|work=Chicago Tribune|date=July 22, 2009}}</ref> Torres pitched six strong innings, giving up three runs on two homers and striking out three to record a [[quality start]].<ref>{{cite news|title=White Sox rally with 3 in 7th as Rays can't find late-inning magic once more|url=http://scores.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?gameId=290722104|accessdate=February 11, 2016|agency=Associated Press|publisher=ESPN.com|date=July 22, 2009}}</ref> On September 3, Torres picked up his first major league victory by defeating [[Ryan Dempster]] and the [[Chicago Cubs]] 5-0 in a make-up game at [[Wrigley Field]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Wise cuts down runner to preserve White Sox's victory over Cubs|url=http://scores.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?gameId=290903116|accessdate=February 11, 2016|agency=Associated Press|publisher=ESPN.com|date=September 3, 2009}}</ref>
Torres was drafted in the 15th round, 449th overall, in the [[2004 MLB Draft]] by the [[Chicago White Sox]] and signed for $1,000.<ref name="roadwarrior"/> He worked his way up through the White Sox minor league system, before making his Major League debut on July 22, 2009, against the [[Tampa Bay Rays]].<ref>{{cite news|last1=Merkin|first1=Scott|title=Torres to start in place of Danks|url=http://m.whitesox.mlb.com/news/article/5980586|access-date=February 11, 2016|work=MLB.com|date=July 22, 2009}}</ref> Prior to his call-up Torres had posted an 8–4 record with a 2.20 ERA with the White Sox' Triple-A affiliate, the [[Charlotte Knights]]. Scheduled starter [[John Danks]] had a blister on his index finger.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Gonzales|first1=Mark|title=With John Danks sidelined, Chicago White Sox turn to Carlos Torres|url=http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2009-07-22/sports/0907210513_1_john-danks-manager-ozzie-guillen-sidelined|access-date=February 11, 2016|work=Chicago Tribune|date=July 22, 2009}}</ref> Torres pitched six strong innings, giving up three runs on two homers and striking out three to record a [[quality start]].<ref>{{cite news|title=White Sox rally with 3 in 7th as Rays can't find late-inning magic once more|url=http://scores.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?gameId=290722104|access-date=February 11, 2016|agency=Associated Press|work=ESPN.com|date=July 22, 2009}}</ref> On September 3, Torres picked up his first major league victory by defeating [[Ryan Dempster]] and the [[Chicago Cubs]] 5–0 in a make-up game at [[Wrigley Field]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Wise cuts down runner to preserve White Sox's victory over Cubs|url=http://scores.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?gameId=290903116|access-date=February 11, 2016|agency=Associated Press|work=ESPN.com|date=September 3, 2009}}</ref> He was released on October 26, 2010.


===Yomiuri Giants===
===Yomiuri Giants===
The [[Yomiuri Giants]] signed Torres to a contract on November 16, 2010.<ref name="roadwarrior">{{cite news|last1=Seimas|first1=Jim|title=The Road Warrior|url=http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/article/ZZ/20110206/NEWS/110207963|accessdate=February 11, 2016|work=Santa Cruz Sentinel|date=February 6, 2011}}</ref> At the beginning of the season, Torres was expected to compete for a place in the starting rotation.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Coskrey|first1=Jason|title=Giants’ pool of foreign players will have to earn their spot on roster|url=http://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2011/01/25/baseball/giants-pool-of-foreign-players-will-have-to-earn-their-spot-on-roster/|accessdate=February 11, 2016|work=Japan Times|date=January 25, 2011}}</ref> He earned his first [[Nippon Professional Baseball]] win on July 28, 2011 against the [[Yokohama BayStars]].<ref>{{cite news|last1=Coskrey|first1=Jason|title=BayStars’ Leach loses season debut to Giants|url=http://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2011/07/29/baseball/japanese-baseball/baystars-leach-loses-season-debut-to-giants/|accessdate=February 11, 2016|work=Japan Times|date=July 29, 2011}}</ref>
On November 16, 2010, Torres signed with the [[Yomiuri Giants]] of [[Nippon Professional Baseball]].<ref name="roadwarrior">{{cite news|last1=Seimas|first1=Jim|title=The Road Warrior|url=http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/article/ZZ/20110206/NEWS/110207963|access-date=February 11, 2016|work=Santa Cruz Sentinel|date=February 6, 2011}}</ref> At the beginning of the season, Torres was expected to compete for a place in the starting rotation.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Coskrey|first1=Jason|title=Giants' pool of foreign players will have to earn their spot on roster|url=http://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2011/01/25/baseball/giants-pool-of-foreign-players-will-have-to-earn-their-spot-on-roster/|access-date=February 11, 2016|work=Japan Times|date=January 25, 2011}}</ref> He earned his first [[Nippon Professional Baseball]] win on July 28, 2011, against the [[Yokohama BayStars]].<ref>{{cite news|last1=Coskrey|first1=Jason|title=BayStars' Leach loses season debut to Giants|url=http://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2011/07/29/baseball/japanese-baseball/baystars-leach-loses-season-debut-to-giants/|access-date=February 11, 2016|work=Japan Times|date=July 29, 2011}}</ref> He became a free agent following the season.


===Colorado Rockies===
===Colorado Rockies===
On December 20, 2011, Torres signed a minor league deal with the [[Colorado Rockies]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Alumni Report: Carlos Torres|url=http://www.milb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120926&content_id=39043088&fext=.jsp&vkey=news_t494&sid=t494|accessdate=February 11, 2016|publisher=MILB.com|date=September 26, 2012}}</ref> On August 12, 2012, Torres got his first career base hit, an RBI single off [[George Kontos]] of the [[San Francisco Giants]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Rockies' Torres nearly the hero in his hometown|url=http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2012/aug/12/rockies-torres-nearly-the-hero-in-his-hometown/|accessdate=February 11, 2016|work=UT San Diego|agency=Associated Press|date=August 12, 2012}}</ref>
On January 11, 2012, Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[Colorado Rockies]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Alumni Report: Carlos Torres|url=http://www.milb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120926&content_id=39043088&fext=.jsp&vkey=news_t494&sid=t494|access-date=February 11, 2016|publisher=MILB.com|date=September 26, 2012}}</ref> He had his contract selected to the major league roster on May 4. On August 12, 2012, Torres got his first career base hit, an RBI single off [[George Kontos]] of the [[San Francisco Giants]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Rockies' Torres nearly the hero in his hometown|url=http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2012/aug/12/rockies-torres-nearly-the-hero-in-his-hometown/|access-date=February 11, 2016|work=UT San Diego|agency=Associated Press|date=August 12, 2012}}</ref> He was sent outright off the major league roster and he subsequently elected free agency on November 2.


===New York Mets===
===New York Mets===
[[File:Carlos Torres.jpg|thumb|left| 150px| Torres warming up in the bullpen]]
[[File:Carlos Torres.jpg|thumb|left| 150px| Torres warming up in the bullpen]]
Torres signed with the [[New York Mets]] on November 20, 2012.<ref>{{cite news|last1=DiComo|first1=Anthony|title=Mets agree to Minors contracts with Rice, Torres|url=http://m.mets.mlb.com/news/article/40380568|accessdate=February 11, 2016|publisher=MLB.com|date=November 20, 2012}}</ref> In 33 games for the team, Torres compiled 86.1 IP, 4-6, 3.44 ERA, 75 K's, and 1.12 WHIP. During the 2014 season, Torres appeared in a career-high 73 games, while compiling a record of 8-6, 3.06 ERA, 96 K's and 1.31 WHIP in 97.0 IP.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mets 101 Player Review Series: Carlos Torres|url=http://www.sportsmedia101.com/newyorkmets/2013/11/22/mets-101-player-review-series-carlos-torres/}}</ref>
On November 15, 2012, Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[New York Mets]]<ref>{{cite news|last1=DiComo|first1=Anthony|title=Mets agree to Minors contracts with Rice, Torres|url=http://m.mets.mlb.com/news/article/40380568|access-date=February 11, 2016|work=MLB.com|date=November 20, 2012}}</ref> He had his contract selected to the major league roster on June 16, 2013. In 33 games for the team, Torres compiled 86.1 IP, 4–6, 3.44 ERA, 75 K's, and 1.12 WHIP. During the 2014 season, Torres appeared in a career-high 73 games, while compiling a record of 8–6, 3.06 ERA, 96 K's and 1.31 WHIP in 97.0 IP.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mets 101 Player Review Series: Carlos Torres|url=http://www.sportsmedia101.com/newyorkmets/2013/11/22/mets-101-player-review-series-carlos-torres/|access-date=2013-11-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131127130311/http://www.sportsmedia101.com/newyorkmets/2013/11/22/mets-101-player-review-series-carlos-torres/|archive-date=2013-11-27|url-status=dead}}</ref>


For the 2015 season, Torres appeared in 59 games, while compiling a record of 5-6, 4.68 ERA, 48 K's and 1.37 WHIP in 57.2 IP.
For the 2015 season, Torres appeared in 59 games, while compiling a record of 5–6, 4.68 ERA, 48 K's and 1.37 WHIP in 57.2 IP.


On January 22, 2016, Torres was designated for assignment by the Mets.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/article/NE/20160122/SPORTS/160129868|title=Mets designate Carlos Torres for assignment|publisher=Santa Cruz Sentinel|accessdate=February 1, 2016}}</ref> On January 30, the Mets placed Torres on waivers.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nj.com/mets/index.ssf/2016/01/mets_place_reliever_carlos_torres_on_waivers.html|title=Mets place Torres on waivers|publisher=NJ.com|accessdate=February 1, 2016}}</ref> Torres cleared waivers on the next day and elected free agency.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nj.com/mets/index.ssf/2016/02/mets_carlos_torres_clears_waivers_elects_free_agen.html|title=Torres elects free agency after clearing waivers|publisher=NJ.com|accessdate=February 1, 2016}}</ref>
On January 22, 2016, Torres was designated for assignment by the Mets.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/article/NE/20160122/SPORTS/160129868|title=Mets designate Carlos Torres for assignment|publisher=Santa Cruz Sentinel|access-date=February 1, 2016}}</ref> On January 30, the Mets placed Torres on waivers.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nj.com/mets/index.ssf/2016/01/mets_place_reliever_carlos_torres_on_waivers.html|title=Mets place Torres on waivers|date=30 January 2016|publisher=NJ.com|access-date=February 1, 2016}}</ref> Torres cleared waivers on the next day and elected free agency.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nj.com/mets/index.ssf/2016/02/mets_carlos_torres_clears_waivers_elects_free_agen.html|title=Torres elects free agency after clearing waivers|date=February 2016|publisher=NJ.com|access-date=February 1, 2016}}</ref>


===Atlanta Braves===
===Atlanta Braves===
The Atlanta Braves signed Torres to a minor league contract on February 10, 2016.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Bowman|first1=Mark|title=Braves add reliever Torres on Minors deal|url=http://m.braves.mlb.com/news/article/164188294/braves-pitcher-carlos-torres-agree-to-deal|accessdate=February 11, 2016|publisher=MLB.com|date=February 10, 2016}}</ref> He was released on March 31, 2016.<ref>{{cite news|last1=O'Brien|first1=David|title=Braves reliever Carlos Torres opts out, becomes free agent|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/baseball/braves-reliever-carlos-torres-opts-out-becomes-fre/nqw3F/|accessdate=April 1, 2016|work=Atlanta Journal Constitution|date=March 31, 2016}}</ref>
On February 19, 2016, Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[Atlanta Braves]].<ref>{{cite news|last1=Bowman|first1=Mark|title=Braves add reliever Torres on Minors deal|url=http://m.braves.mlb.com/news/article/164188294/braves-pitcher-carlos-torres-agree-to-deal|access-date=February 11, 2016|work=MLB.com|date=February 10, 2016}}</ref> He was released on March 31, 2016.<ref>{{cite news|last1=O'Brien|first1=David|title=Braves reliever Carlos Torres opts out, becomes free agent|url=http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/baseball/braves-reliever-carlos-torres-opts-out-becomes-fre/nqw3F/|access-date=April 1, 2016|work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution|date=March 31, 2016}}</ref>


===Milwaukee Brewers===
===Milwaukee Brewers===
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===Cleveland Indians===
===Cleveland Indians===
Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[Cleveland Indians]] on February 22, 2018.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Bastian|first1=Jordan|title=Indians add Torres to their spring bullpen mix|url=https://www.mlb.com/indians/news/indians-carlos-torres-agree-to-minors-deal/c-266878736|publisher=Indians.com|date=February 21, 2018}}</ref> The deal included an invitation to the Indians' major league spring training camp. Torres was released by the Indians on March 24, 2018.
On February 22, 2018, Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[Cleveland Indians]].<ref>{{cite news|last1=Bastian|first1=Jordan|title=Indians add Torres to their spring bullpen mix|url=https://www.mlb.com/indians/news/indians-carlos-torres-agree-to-minors-deal/c-266878736|publisher=Indians.com|date=February 21, 2018}}</ref> The deal included an invitation to the Indians' major league spring training camp. Torres was released by the Indians on March 24, 2018.


===Washington Nationals===
===Washington Nationals===
On March 28, 2018, Torres signed a minor league deal with the [[Washington Nationals]], who assigned him to the [[Syracuse Chiefs]] in the Class AAA [[International League]].<ref name=milbcarlosrorres>[http://www.milb.com/player/index.jsp?player_id=448614#/career/R/pitching/2018/ALL MiLB.com Carlos Torres Retrieved May 24, 2018]</ref> He appeared in four games for the Chiefs, pitching five scoreless innings.<ref name=milbcarlosrorres/> On April 20, 2018, the Nationals selected his contract from Syracuse and placed him on their 25-man roster.<ref>[https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/nationals-journal/wp/2018/04/20/nationals-designate-a-j-cole-for-assignment-call-up-carlos-torres/ Castillo, Jorge, "Nationals designate A. J. Cole for assignment, call up Carlos Torres," washingtonpost.com, April 20, 2018, 9:55 p.m. EDT.]</ref> He appeared in 10 games for the Nationals, pitching to a 6.52 ERA over 9{{frac|2|3}} innings.<ref name=milbcarlosrorres/> The Nationals designated him for assignment on May 23, 2018.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2018/05/nationals-designate-carlos-torres-recall-erick-fedde.html|title=Nationals Designate Carlos Torres, Recall Erick Fedde|last=Todd|first=Jeff|work=mlbtraderumors.com|date=May 23, 2018|accessdate=May 23, 2018}}</ref> He declared free agency on October 2, 2018.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2018/10/players-electing-free-agency.html|title=Players Electing Free Agency|work=MLB Trade Rumors|first=Jeff|last=Todd|date=October 8, 2018|accessdate=October 9, 2018}}</ref>
On March 30, 2018, Torres signed a minor league deal with the [[Washington Nationals]], who assigned him to the [[Syracuse Chiefs]] in the Class AAA [[International League]].<ref name=milbcarlosrorres>[http://www.milb.com/player/index.jsp?player_id=448614#/career/R/pitching/2018/ALL MiLB.com Carlos Torres Retrieved May 24, 2018]</ref> He appeared in four games for the Chiefs, pitching five scoreless innings.<ref name=milbcarlosrorres/> On April 20, 2018, the Nationals selected his contract from Syracuse and placed him on their 25-man roster.<ref>[https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/nationals-journal/wp/2018/04/20/nationals-designate-a-j-cole-for-assignment-call-up-carlos-torres/ Castillo, Jorge, "Nationals designate A. J. Cole for assignment, call up Carlos Torres," washingtonpost.com, April 20, 2018, 9:55 p.m. EDT.]</ref> He appeared in 10 games for the Nationals, pitching to a 6.52 ERA over 9{{frac|2|3}} innings.<ref name=milbcarlosrorres/> The Nationals designated him for assignment on May 23, he cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A [[Syracuse Chiefs]] on May 25.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2018/05/nationals-designate-carlos-torres-recall-erick-fedde.html|title=Nationals Designate Carlos Torres, Recall Erick Fedde|last=Todd|first=Jeff|work=mlbtraderumors.com|date=May 23, 2018|access-date=May 23, 2018}}</ref> He declared free agency on October 2, 2018.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2018/10/players-electing-free-agency.html|title=Players Electing Free Agency|work=MLB Trade Rumors|first=Jeff|last=Todd|date=October 8, 2018|access-date=October 9, 2018}}</ref>


===San Diego Padres===
===San Diego Padres===
On January 17, 2019, Torres signed a minor league deal with the [[San Diego Padres]] that included an invitation to [[spring training]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sports/padres/sd-sp-padres-non-roster-invitees-20190117-story.html|title=Padres sign RHP Carlos Torres, invite to big league camp|work=The San Diego Union-Tribune |first=Jeff|last=Sanders|date=January 17, 2019|accessdate=January 19, 2019}}</ref> On May 15, 2019, he opted out of his contract and became a free agent.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/05/carlos-torres-opts-out-padres-reliever.html|title=Carlos Torres Opts Out of Padres Deal|last=Adams|first=Steve|work=mlbtraderumors.com|date=May 15, 2019|accessdate=May 18, 2019}}</ref>
On January 24, 2019, Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[San Diego Padres]] that included an invitation to [[spring training]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sports/padres/sd-sp-padres-non-roster-invitees-20190117-story.html|title=Padres sign RHP Carlos Torres, invite to big league camp|work=The San Diego Union-Tribune |first=Jeff|last=Sanders|date=January 17, 2019|access-date=January 19, 2019}}</ref> On May 16, 2019, he opted out of his contract and became a free agent.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/05/carlos-torres-opts-out-padres-reliever.html|title=Carlos Torres Opts Out of Padres Deal|last=Adams|first=Steve|work=mlbtraderumors.com|date=May 15, 2019|access-date=May 18, 2019}}</ref>


===Detroit Tigers===
===Detroit Tigers===
On May 26, 2019, Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[Detroit Tigers]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/05/tigers-sign-carlos-torres-to-minors-deal.html|title=Tigers Sign Carlos Torres to Minors Deal|last=Polishuk|first=Mark|work=mlbtraderumors.com|date=May 26, 2019|accessdate=May 27, 2019}}</ref> On June 8, 2019, Torres was recalled by the Tigers.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/710178-tigers-zac-reininger-sent-to-minors/ |title=Tigers' Zac Reininger: Sent to minors|work=cbssports.com|date=June 8, 2019|accessdate=June 8, 2019}}</ref> He was designated for assignment on June 22 after recording a 7.50 ERA in four appearances.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.mlive.com/tigers/2019/06/tigers-swap-journeyman-relievers-in-bullpen.html|title=Tigers swap journeyman relievers in bullpen|author=Woodbery, Evan|work=mlive.com|date=June 22, 2019|access-date=June 22, 2019|language=en}}</ref> Torres later elected free agency on June 24.
On May 26, 2019, Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[Detroit Tigers]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/05/tigers-sign-carlos-torres-to-minors-deal.html|title=Tigers Sign Carlos Torres to Minors Deal|last=Polishuk|first=Mark|work=mlbtraderumors.com|date=May 26, 2019|access-date=May 27, 2019}}</ref> On June 8, 2019, Torres was recalled by the Tigers.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/710178-tigers-zac-reininger-sent-to-minors/ |title=Tigers' Zac Reininger: Sent to minors|work=cbssports.com|date=June 8, 2019|access-date=June 8, 2019}}</ref> He was designated for assignment on June 22 after recording a 7.50 ERA in four appearances.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.mlive.com/tigers/2019/06/tigers-swap-journeyman-relievers-in-bullpen.html|title=Tigers swap journeyman relievers in bullpen|author=Woodbery, Evan|work=mlive.com|date=June 22, 2019|access-date=June 22, 2019|language=en}}</ref> Torres later elected free agency on June 24.


===Minnesota Twins===
===Minnesota Twins===
On June 25, 2019, Torres signed a minor league deal with the [[Minnesota Twins]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/06/twins-sign-carlos-torres.html|title=Twins Sign Carlos Torres|last=Byrne|first=Connor|work=mlbtraderumors.com|date=June 26, 2019|accessdate=June 26, 2019}}</ref> On July 24, the Twins selected Torres' contract.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.startribune.com/blake-parker-dfa-d-by-twins-devin-smeltzer-carlos-torres-called-up/513158272/|title=Twins make slew of moves ahead of rubber match with Yankees|author=Phil Miller|work=[[Star Tribune]]|date=July 24, 2019|access-date=July 24, 2019|}}</ref> On July 28, Torres was designated for assignment.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.twinkietown.com/2019/7/28/8933883/minnesota-twins-roster-change-moves-sergio-romo-carlos-torres-lewin-diaz-trade-deadline-rumors|title=Carlos Torres DFA’d, reactions to Romo trade, additional Twins trade rumors|last=Imakesandwichesforaliving|date=2019-07-28|website=Twinkie Town|access-date=2019-07-31}}</ref>
On June 26, 2019, Torres signed a minor league contract with the [[Minnesota Twins]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/06/twins-sign-carlos-torres.html|title=Twins Sign Carlos Torres|last=Byrne|first=Connor|work=mlbtraderumors.com|date=June 26, 2019|access-date=June 26, 2019}}</ref> On July 24, the Twins selected Torres' contract.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.startribune.com/blake-parker-dfa-d-by-twins-devin-smeltzer-carlos-torres-called-up/513158272/|title=Twins make slew of moves ahead of rubber match with Yankees|author=Phil Miller|work=[[Star Tribune]]|date=July 24, 2019|access-date=July 24, 2019}}</ref> On July 28, Torres was designated for assignment.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.twinkietown.com/2019/7/28/8933883/minnesota-twins-roster-change-moves-sergio-romo-carlos-torres-lewin-diaz-trade-deadline-rumors|title=Carlos Torres DFA'd, reactions to Romo trade, additional Twins trade rumors|last=Imakesandwichesforaliving|date=2019-07-28|website=Twinkie Town|access-date=2019-07-31}}</ref> He was released on July 30.


===San Francisco Giants===
===San Francisco Giants===
On August 5, 2019, Torres signed a minor league deal with the Giants.<ref>https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/08/giants-sign-carlos-torres.html</ref>
On August 11, 2019, Torres signed a minor league deal with the Giants.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/08/giants-sign-carlos-torres.html|title=Giants Sign Carlos Torres}}</ref> On August 27, Torres was released.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2019/08/giants-release-carlos-torres.html|title=Giants Release Carlos Torres|author=Jeff Todd|website=MLB Trade Rumors|date=August 28, 2019|access-date=August 28, 2019}}</ref>

===Toros de Tijuana===
On February 26, 2020, Torres signed with the [[Toros de Tijuana]] of the [[Mexican League]]. In 2020, he did not play a game because of the cancellation of the Mexican League season due to the [[COVID-19 pandemic]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2020/07/mexican-league-cancels-2020-season.html|title=Mexican League Cancels 2020 Season}}</ref>
After the 2020 season, he played for [[Tomateros de Culiacán]] of the [[Mexican Pacific League]](LVMP). He also played for Mexico in the [[2021 Caribbean Series]].

In 2021 he appeared in 16 games 21 innings of relief going 1-0 with a 1.71 ERA and 27 strikeouts.

On December 9, 2022, Torres retired from professional baseball.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.milb.com/mexican/news/lmb-movimientos-en-rosters-y-listas-de-reserva-9-de-diciembre-de-2022|title=LMB: Movimientos en rosters y listas de reserva - 9 de diciembre de 2022|language=Spanish|date=December 9, 2022|accessdate=December 10, 2022}}</ref>


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For other people with the same name, see Carlos Torres.
This article is about the pitcher. For the umpire, see Carlos Torres (umpire).
Carlos Torres
Torres with the New York Mets in 2013
Pitcher
Born: (1982-10-22) October 22, 1982 (age 41)
Santa Cruz, California, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
Professional debut
MLB: July 22, 2009, for the Chicago White Sox
NPB: April 20, 2011, for the Yomiuri Giants
Last appearance
MLB: June 16, 2019, for the Detroit Tigers
NPB: August 11, 2011, for the Yomiuri Giants
MLB statistics
Win–loss record30–31
Earned run average4.09
Strikeouts447
NPB statistics
Win–loss record1–2
Earned run average6.26
Strikeouts19
Teams

Carlos Ephriam Torres (born October 22, 1982) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Chicago White Sox, Colorado Rockies, New York Mets, Milwaukee Brewers, Washington Nationals, and Detroit Tigers and for the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB).

Early life

Carlos Torres was born in Santa Cruz, California after his father, Jose, emigrated from Zacatecas, Mexico.[1] As a child, Torres moved from house to house in Santa Cruz County's "south county" agricultural region where his father looked for work to support his five children.[2] Before focusing on baseball, Torres lettered in four sports (baseball, football, basketball and track and field) at Aptos High School, graduating in 2000.[2][3] His father encouraged his playing sports in order to keep him active and out of trouble.[1][4]

Career

College

Torres first began his collegiate career at Allan Hancock College then moved up north to San Jose City College before transferring to San Jose State University, pitching in 20 games, (starting seven) in 2003. He ultimately transferred to Kansas State University in 2004, pitching in 16 games, (15 starts), compiling an ERA of 4.12.

Chicago White Sox

Torres was drafted in the 15th round, 449th overall, in the 2004 MLB Draft by the Chicago White Sox and signed for $1,000.[5] He worked his way up through the White Sox minor league system, before making his Major League debut on July 22, 2009, against the Tampa Bay Rays.[6] Prior to his call-up Torres had posted an 8–4 record with a 2.20 ERA with the White Sox' Triple-A affiliate, the Charlotte Knights. Scheduled starter John Danks had a blister on his index finger.[7] Torres pitched six strong innings, giving up three runs on two homers and striking out three to record a quality start.[8] On September 3, Torres picked up his first major league victory by defeating Ryan Dempster and the Chicago Cubs 5–0 in a make-up game at Wrigley Field.[9] He was released on October 26, 2010.

Yomiuri Giants

On November 16, 2010, Torres signed with the Yomiuri Giants of Nippon Professional Baseball.[5] At the beginning of the season, Torres was expected to compete for a place in the starting rotation.[10] He earned his first Nippon Professional Baseball win on July 28, 2011, against the Yokohama BayStars.[11] He became a free agent following the season.

Colorado Rockies

On January 11, 2012, Torres signed a minor league contract with the Colorado Rockies.[12] He had his contract selected to the major league roster on May 4. On August 12, 2012, Torres got his first career base hit, an RBI single off George Kontos of the San Francisco Giants.[13] He was sent outright off the major league roster and he subsequently elected free agency on November 2.

New York Mets

Torres warming up in the bullpen

On November 15, 2012, Torres signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets[14] He had his contract selected to the major league roster on June 16, 2013. In 33 games for the team, Torres compiled 86.1 IP, 4–6, 3.44 ERA, 75 K's, and 1.12 WHIP. During the 2014 season, Torres appeared in a career-high 73 games, while compiling a record of 8–6, 3.06 ERA, 96 K's and 1.31 WHIP in 97.0 IP.[15]

For the 2015 season, Torres appeared in 59 games, while compiling a record of 5–6, 4.68 ERA, 48 K's and 1.37 WHIP in 57.2 IP.

On January 22, 2016, Torres was designated for assignment by the Mets.[16] On January 30, the Mets placed Torres on waivers.[17] Torres cleared waivers on the next day and elected free agency.[18]

Atlanta Braves

On February 19, 2016, Torres signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves.[19] He was released on March 31, 2016.[20]

Milwaukee Brewers

On April 2, 2016, Torres signed a one-year major league deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. He was outrighted to AAA and elected free agency on November 2, 2017.

Cleveland Indians

On February 22, 2018, Torres signed a minor league contract with the Cleveland Indians.[21] The deal included an invitation to the Indians' major league spring training camp. Torres was released by the Indians on March 24, 2018.

Washington Nationals

On March 30, 2018, Torres signed a minor league deal with the Washington Nationals, who assigned him to the Syracuse Chiefs in the Class AAA International League.[22] He appeared in four games for the Chiefs, pitching five scoreless innings.[22] On April 20, 2018, the Nationals selected his contract from Syracuse and placed him on their 25-man roster.[23] He appeared in 10 games for the Nationals, pitching to a 6.52 ERA over 92⁄3 innings.[22] The Nationals designated him for assignment on May 23, he cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Syracuse Chiefs on May 25.[24] He declared free agency on October 2, 2018.[25]

San Diego Padres

On January 24, 2019, Torres signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres that included an invitation to spring training.[26] On May 16, 2019, he opted out of his contract and became a free agent.[27]

Detroit Tigers

On May 26, 2019, Torres signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers.[28] On June 8, 2019, Torres was recalled by the Tigers.[29] He was designated for assignment on June 22 after recording a 7.50 ERA in four appearances.[30] Torres later elected free agency on June 24.

Minnesota Twins

On June 26, 2019, Torres signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins.[31] On July 24, the Twins selected Torres' contract.[32] On July 28, Torres was designated for assignment.[33] He was released on July 30.

San Francisco Giants

On August 11, 2019, Torres signed a minor league deal with the Giants.[34] On August 27, Torres was released.[35]

Toros de Tijuana

On February 26, 2020, Torres signed with the Toros de Tijuana of the Mexican League. In 2020, he did not play a game because of the cancellation of the Mexican League season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[36] After the 2020 season, he played for Tomateros de Culiacán of the Mexican Pacific League(LVMP). He also played for Mexico in the 2021 Caribbean Series.

In 2021 he appeared in 16 games 21 innings of relief going 1-0 with a 1.71 ERA and 27 strikeouts.

On December 9, 2022, Torres retired from professional baseball.[37]

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