Henry Omana
| Henry Omana | |
|---|---|
| Olmecas de Tabasco – No. 22 | |
| Pitcher | |
| Born: May 3, 1994 Walnut, California, U.S. | |
Bats: Right Throws: Right |
Henry Omana (born May 3, 1994) is a Mexican professional baseball pitcher for Olmecas de Tabasco. He most recently pitched for Windy City Thunderbolts of the Frontier League. Omana is listed at 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) and 222 pounds (101 kg).
Early life[edit]
Omana was born in Walnut, California and attended Diamond Bar High School where he played three years of varsity baseball under head coach Eric Shibley. He was named two-time all-Hacienda League and held an ERA under two in both his Junior and Senior seasons.[1] He also lettered on the football team where he was named first team all-league at quarterback. In three seasons, he threw for 2,992 yards and 29 touchdowns. His play earned interest from Colorado and Oregon State.[2][3] Omana ultimately committed to the Cal State Fullerton baseball team.
On February 16, 2013, Omana made his collegiate debut against the Nebraska where he struck out three batters in a scoreless inning. In five relief appearances, Omana had seven strikeouts in 4+2⁄3 innings pitched. In 2014, Omana utilized a redshirt. In 2015, Omana made seven relief appearances totaling 5+1⁄3 innings pitched and six strikeouts.[4] In 2017, Omana transferred to Cal Poly Pomona where he went 6–5 with a 2.48 ERA over 16 starts in 94+1⁄3 innings. Omana also led the team with 94 strikeouts and two complete games.[5]
Professional career[edit]
Acereros de Monclova[edit]
On July 17, 2017, Omana signed with Acereros de Monclova of the Mexican League.[6] On July 19, Omana made his professional debut against Guerreros de Oaxaca where he had five strikeouts over three scoreless innings.[7]
Pericos de Puebla[edit]
On December 11, 2017, Omana was one of four players traded to Pericos de Puebla of the Mexican League in exchange for Josh Roenicke.[8]
Sonoma Stompers[edit]
In 2019, Omana signed with the Sonoma Stompers of the Pacific Association. In five stars, Omana went 3–1 in 27 innings pitched with 36 strikeouts and a 1.33 ERA.[9]
Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos[edit]
On July 10, 2019, Omana signed with Bravos de León of the Mexican League but did not appear in a game.
On July 24, Omana signed with the Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos where he finished the season. Omana did not play in a game in 2020 due to the cancellation of the Mexican League season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[10][11] In 2021, Omana went 3–5 over 17 appearances and six starts. In 37+2⁄3 innings he had 39 strikeouts.[12]
Capitales de Québec[edit]
On August 17, 2021, Omana signed with Équipe Québec of the Frontier League.[13]
Mariachis de Guadalajara[edit]
On May 3, 2022, Omana signed with Mariachis de Guadalajara of the Mexican League. After one appearance, Omana resigned with Capitales de Québec where he would win the Frontier League championship.[14]
Windy City Thunderbolts[edit]
On December 8, 2022, Omana signed with the Windy City Thunderbolts of the Frontier League.[15] On May 22, he was named pitcher of the week following a complete game shutout against Trois-Rivieres Aigles.[16] Omana was named to the Frontier League All-star team where he held a 4–0 record over 35+2⁄3 innings pitched with 46 strikeouts. Omana also had a career best .76 ERA.[17]
Olmecas de Tabasco[edit]
On February 16, 2024, Omana signed with Olmecas de Tabasco of the Mexican League.[18][19]
References[edit]
- ^ "Henry Omana's Stats". Maxpreps. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Top high school quarterbacks for 2011". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "College interest in Diamond Bar QB Henry Omana Jr. picking up". insidesocal.com. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "2013 Baseball". fullertontitans.com. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "2017 Baseball Roster". broncoathletics.com. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Henry Omana". MiLB.com. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "2017 Player Pitching Game Log". Baseball-reference. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Henry Omana Latest Transactions". MiLB.com. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "STOMPERS PROMOTE HENRY OMAÑA TO BRAVOS DE LEÓN". Stompers Baseball. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Mexican League Cancels 2020 Season".
- ^ "Tecos pitcher hands out tacos instead of strikeouts during pandemic". Laredo Morning Times. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Tecolotes Dos Laredos pitcher Henry Omana confident in starting ability". Laredo Morning Times. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "2021 Transactions". Frontier League. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Quebec Capitales Win Frontier League Championship". flobaseball.tv. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "2022 Transactions". Frontier League. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "GATEWAY'S PETER ZIMMERMAN WINS PLAYER OF THE WEEK, THUNDERBOLTS HENRY OMANA WINS PITCHER OF THE WEEK". Windy City Thunderbolts. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Omana and Christman Selected to Frontier League All-Star Game in the Chicago Southland". Windy City Thunderbolts. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Bienvenido Henry a tu nuevo hogar 🏟️ El serpentinero diestro será parte del departamento de pitcheo ⚾️#SomosOlmecas👊🏽⚾️". twitter.com. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ "Olmecs: Jorge Bonifacio and Henry Omaña arrive in Tabasco". MiLB.com. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
External links[edit]
- Career statistics and player information from Baseball Reference (Minors)