Emiliano Teodo is a Dominican right-handed pitcher born on February 14, 2001, in Barahona, Dominican Republic. He made his MLB debut on July 17, 2026, with the Texas Rangers — a milestone moment for the 25-year-old who spent years developing through Texas’s minor league system.
Quick Facts
- Full name: Emiliano Teodo
- Position: Pitcher
- Team: Round Rock Express
- Number: 30
- Bats / Throws: Right / Right
- Height / Weight: 6’1″ / 165 lbs
- Born: February 14, 2001 (25 years old)
- Birthplace: Barahona, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
- MLB Debut: July 17, 2026
Background
Teodo grew up in Barahona, a region of the Dominican Republic with deep baseball roots and a consistent track record of producing professional players. He climbed through the Rangers’ minor league pipeline, refining his arsenal as a starting pitcher before earning his shot at the big leagues.
When July 17, 2026 arrived, Teodo stepped onto an MLB mound in a Rangers uniform — one more Dominican arm making the leap to the highest level of the game.
Professional Career
In his MLB debut during the 2026 season, Teodo threw 1.2 innings, recording 1 strikeout. His numbers that year — a 10.80 ERA and 3.00 WHIP — reflect the steep adjustment curve that comes with facing big-league hitters for the first time.
He is currently assigned to the Round Rock Express, Texas’s Triple-A affiliate, where he continues to sharpen his command and build the consistency needed for a longer look in the majors.
Career Stats
- 2026 — Texas Rangers: 1.2 IP | 0-0 | 1 K | 10.80 ERA | 3.00 WHIP
Awards and Records
At 25 and just getting started at the MLB level, Teodo hasn’t collected individual awards yet — and that’s perfectly normal for a pitcher in this stage of development. His focus right now is simple: get back to the big leagues and stay there.
Good to Know
Barahona has quietly become one of those Dominican towns that keeps sending arms to professional baseball. Teodo is part of that ongoing pipeline — a reminder that the talent flowing out of the Dominican Republic isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
