- Full name Jesus Cordero
- Born 05/04/1979 in
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When the Phillies decided to excise Omar Daal's salary, they picked up Cordero and Eric Junge from the Dodgers in November. Philadelphia became Cordero's fourth organization in his young career. Originally signed as an outfielder by the Indians, he was released after playing in the Dominican Summer League. The Marlins signed him to a one-year deal, though they could have locked him up for as many as five years. Cordero's stuff improved so much by the end of his contract that he was highly sought after before the Dodgers signed him for $643,000. Working out of the pen, Cordero has showcased a live arm. He can run his fastball up into the 95-96 mph range with an effortless delivery. He also developed an effective hard slider last year. Because Cordero lacks anything offspeed, he's limited to relief. He finished 2001 on a positive note after a promotion to high Class A Vero Beach. -
