Pedro Strop

Pedro Strop is an accomplished baseball pitcher known for his impressive career in Major League Baseball, transitioning from an infielder to a prominent bullpen arm and World Series Champion. After making his Major League Baseball debut on August 28, 2009, Pedro Strop rapidly established himself as a formidable relief pitcher and a World Series Champion. His professional baseball journey began in 2002, signed as a non-drafted free agent by the Colorado Rockies as an infielder. After three seasons, a pivotal conversion to a pitcher in 2006 marked the beginning of his rise in the sport.

Strop continued to refine his pitching skills after moving to the Baltimore Orioles in 2011, where he became a key setup man, preparing him for his most impactful years in the majors. Strop’s career entered its most significant phase in 2013 when he was traded to the Chicago Cubs. There, he became an integral part of the bullpen, consistently delivering strong performances and posting sub-3.00 ERAs for multiple consecutive seasons. His exceptional contributions were crucial to the Cubs’ historic 2016 World Series championship run, solidifying his reputation as a reliable and effective relief pitcher and establishing him as a fan favorite.

After seven distinguished seasons with the Chicago Cubs, he embarked on a brief stint with the Cincinnati Reds in 2020. He subsequently returned to the Cubs organization in 2021, reinforcing his enduring connection to the team and its fanbase. Most recently, Strop continued his international career, proudly representing the Netherlands in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, demonstrating his ongoing presence in elite global baseball.