Steven R. Cishek (born June 18, 1986) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Washington Nationals of Major League Baseball (MLB).
He previously played in MLB for the Florida / Miami Marlins, St. Louis Cardinals, Seattle Mariners, Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, and Los Angeles Angels. He holds the Marlins franchise record for consecutive saves, with 33 in a row.
The Florida Marlins selected Cishek in the fifth round of the 2007 MLB draft. Cishek was called up to the MLB for the first time on September 20, 2010. He pitched 4+1⁄3 scoreless innings towards the end of the season.
On January 14, 2020, Cishek signed a one-year deal with the Chicago White Sox. With the 2020 Chicago White Sox, Cishek appeared in 22 games, compiling a 0–0 record with 5.40 ERA and 21 strikeouts in 20.0 innings pitched.
Cishek was designated for the assignment by the White Sox on September 24. The organization released him on September 28. On February 9, 2021, Cishek signed a minor league contract with the Houston Astros organization that included an invitation to Spring Training. On March 25, 2021, Cishek requested and was granted his release.
On March 29, 2021, Cishek signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels. On March 14, 2022, Cishek signed a one-year contract with the Washington Nationals.
What Is Steve Cishek Salary
Steve Cishek signed a 1 year / $1,750,000 contract with the Washington Nationals, guaranteeing him an annual average salary of $1,750,000. In 2022, Cishek will earn a base salary of $1,750,000, while carrying a total salary of $1,750,000.