10 things to know about Ervin Santana

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Some facts about pitcher Ervin Santana, who the Atlanta Braves' signed to a one-year deal.

Ervin Santana was born Johan Santana in the Dominican Republic, but changed his name to Ervin in 2003 so as to not be confused for Venezuelan pitcher Johan Santana - now with Baltimore.

Santana signed with the Anaheim Angels as an amateur free agent in 2000. He made his major league debut in May 17, 2005 against the Cleveland Indians, subbing for the injured Kelvim Escobar.

Ervin Santana made the All-Star roster as an Angel in 2008.

Ervin Santana pitched a no-hitter against the Cleveland Indians on July 27, 2011 - the Angels' first no-hitter since 1990. Santana struck out 10, allowed 1 unearned run and a walk in the 3-1 win.

Ervin Santana (center) has had some postseason success. Santana has appeared in eight games (2 starts), and has a 2-2 record with a 5.56 ERA in 22-2/3 innings pitched.

After eight years (96-80, 4.33 ERA) with the Angels, the Angels traded Santana to the Kansas City Royals for left-handed minor league reliever Brandon Sisk, following the 2012 season.

Ervin Santana earned his 100th career win on June 8, 2013, against the Houston Astros. For his career he is 105-90, with 4.19 ERA.

Ervin Santana became a free agent after rejecting a $14.1 million qualifying offer from the Royals after the 2013 season.

Ervin Santana had a bounce-back year with the Royals in 2013, making 32 starts for a 9-10 record and a 3.24 ERA.

Ervin Santa wore No. 54 with the Royals and Angels. He will wear No. 30 with the Braves.

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Ervin Santana was born Johan Santana in the Dominican Republic, but changed his name to Ervin in 2003 so as to not be confused for Venezuelan pitcher Johan Santana - now with Baltimore.

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