Albertin Aroldis Chapman de la Cruz
| Bats |
Left |
| Throws |
Left |
| Height |
6' 4" |
| Weight |
185 lb. |
| Born |
February 28, 1988 in Cayo Mambí, Frank País, Holguín, Cuba |
- Has a wife and young daughter as well as parents and two sisters still living in Cuba
- Holds the Cuban National Series record for fastest pitch thrown in a game at 102 mph
- Has a fastball (2 seam or four seam), sinking fastball, curveball, slider, changeup and a forkball
- Led the Cuban National Series twice in strikeouts in 2006-2007 and 2008-2009
- Was recognized as the top left handed pitcher in Baseball World Cup in 2007
Cuban National Series - Holguín |