Livan Moinelo Pita is a Cuban born left-handed pitcher who is currently pitching in the NPB. In May of 2017 Moinelo signed a development contract with the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks. As a set up man, he finished his first season with 34 games pitched, 4-3 WL, 2.52 ERA, 15 H, 1 S, and 36 SO in 35 2/3 innings pitched.
In his 2020 season, Moinelo finished the regular season with 60 games pitched, 3-1 WL, 1.25 ERA, 34 H, 4 S, and 86 SO in 45 2/3 innings pitched. Moinelo pitched three games in the Japan Series Championships with 0 hits, 0 runs, and 8 SO contributing to the teams fourth consecutive championship. Moinelo won the Pacific League “Best Relief Pitcher” award for the NPB that same year.
Moinelo had an outstanding 2023 season, recording an 0.98 ERA, 37 SO, 5 S, in 27 2/3 innings pitched. Unfortunately, before the end of the season, Moinelo was diagnosed with arthritis in his left elbow and underwent a cleanup procedure.
With the Dodgers needing left-handed pitching, Livan Moinelo would be a good option to pick up in the 2024 season. I will be watching him pitch this year to see how he recovered from his cleanup procedure.
For Dodgers Daily, I’m Mike Salas
