Chad Bradford

Chadwick Lee (Chad) Bradford (born September 14, 1974 in Jackson, Mississippi) is a middle relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who currently plays for the Boston Red Sox. From 1998 through 2005, Bradford played with the Chicago White Sox (1998-2000) and Oakland Athletics (2001-05). He bats and throws right handed.

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September 14 - 1974 - Jackson, Mississippi - Middle relief pitcher - Major League Baseball - Boston Red Sox - 1998 - 2005 - Chicago White Sox - Oakland Athletics

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In a seven-season career for the White Sox and Athletics, Bradford has posted a 21-15 record with seven saves and a 3.47 ERA in 294 games.

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Saves - ERA - Games

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Bradford is a submarine pitcher whose unorthodox delivery has caused him repeated back problems. He was a dependable setup man during four consecutive playoff appearances from 2000-03, when he went 14-7 with five saves and a 2.92 ERA in 194 relief appearances.

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Submarine - Setup

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In July 2005, the Boston Red Sox acquired Bradford from Oakland in a trade for outfielder Jay Payton. Bradford, on the disabled list since undergoing lower back surgery March 7, was activated after the All-Star break.

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2005 - Outfielder - Jay Payton - Disabled list - All-Star

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