Robert Mehmet Manuel (born July 9, 1983) is an American former professional baseball relief pitcher. He pitched parts of two seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Cincinnati Reds and Boston Red Sox.
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Early years
After graduating from Bellaire High School in Greater Houston, Manuel attended Sam Houston State University. He was signed by the New York Mets as a non-drafted free agent in June 2005.
Career
Cincinnati Reds
Manuel was acquired by the Reds in a 2006 deal for veteran pitcher Dave Williams. In 2008, he received a MiLBY Award for Best Double-A Relief Pitcher.
Manuel was called up to the majors on July 7, 2009. Manuel made his major league debut on July 9 against the Philadelphia Phillies, pitching 1+1⁄3 innings, striking out two, allowing two hits and walking two; the first player he faced was Pedro Feliz, and the first player Manuel struck out was Paul Bako.