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Josh Sullivan (baseball)

Joshua David Sullivan is a former professional baseball pitcher from America. He played college baseball and football at Auburn University before turning pro. He is known for his career as a baseball pitcher.


July 5, 1984: Joshua David Sullivan Born

On July 5, 1984, Joshua David Sullivan was born. He is an American former professional baseball pitcher.

2002: Graduation from Little Rock Central High School

In 2002, Sullivan graduated from Little Rock Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. He played baseball and American football there, and was recruited by many baseball programs, choosing Auburn University for the chance to play both baseball and football.

2005: Drafted by the Rockies

In 2005, Sullivan was drafted by the Rockies in the fifth round of the Major League Baseball Draft.

2007: Shoulder Surgery

In 2007, Sullivan underwent shoulder surgery, which limited his appearances in minor league baseball.

2008: Elbow Surgery

In 2008, Sullivan had elbow surgery, which further limited his appearances in minor league baseball.

March 2009: Elbow Ligament Replacement Surgery

In March 2009, Sullivan underwent elbow ligament replacement surgery to address his arm issues.

2011: Opened season with Tulsa Drillers

Sullivan opened the 2011 season with the Tulsa Drillers of the Class AA Texas League.

2012: Added to the Rockies' forty-man roster

After the 2012 season, the Rockies added Sullivan to their forty-man roster.

2012: Opened season with Tulsa Drillers

Sullivan opened the 2012 season with the Tulsa Drillers of the Class AA Texas League.

August 1, 2013: Designated for Assignment

On August 1, 2013, Sullivan was designated for assignment by the Rockies to make room for Chad Bettis on the forty-man roster.