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).
| Henry Omana | |
|---|---|
| Olmecas de Tabasco – No. 22 | |
| Pitcher | |
| Born: May 3, 1994 Walnut, California, U.S. | |
Bats: Right Throws: Right |
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)