Pitcher with the Los Angeles Dodgers (1995-1998; 2002-2004), New York Mets (1998), Milwaukee Brewers (1999), Detroit Tigers (2000), Boston Red Sox (2001), Tampa Bay Rays (2005), and Chicago White Sox (2006 but did not play).
Made major league debut on 2 May 1995.
In 1995 led the National League in strikeouts (236); in 2001 led the
American League in strikeouts (220).
Named Baseball Digest's Rookie All-Star Team and National League Rookie of the Year (1995).
(April 20) Designated for assignment by the Kansas City Royals in order to clear a roster space, effectively ending his career.