A versatile yet streaky Pitcher, A.J. Burnett began his 17-year career with the Florida Marlins over seven seasons (1999-06).
Burnett bounced back and forth from the Majors and Minors in 1999 and 2000, with 2001 as the year entrenched himself in the Marlins rotation while throwing a no-hitter. He had a breakout of sorts in 2002, winning 12 Games to 9 Losses and leading the league in Shutouts (5) and H/9 (6.7). Burnett showed his ability to fan batters, whiffing 203 that year, but his control was an issue, and he was prone to Wild Pitches.
The Marlins won the World Series in 2003, though Burnett had nothing to do with it due to Tommy John surgery. He came back during the 2004 campaign and had a solid 2005, with a 12-12, 3.44 ERA year with 198 Strikeouts. This ended Burnett's run with Florida, as he signed with the Toronto Blue Jays as a Free Agent.
He posted a 49-50 record with 753 Strikeouts and a 3.73 ERA with Florida.
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