Jose Contreras defected from Cuba in October 2002 while playing in Mexico for the Cuban national team. The New York Yankees signed the stand out Cuban pitcher to a four-year deal in December 2002. Jose Contreras has played for five MLB teams since his defection: the New York Yankees from 2003-2004, the Chicago White Sox from 2004-2009, the Colorado Rockies in 2009, and the Philadelphia Phillies from 2010-2012. Jose Contreras was a member of the 2005 World Series champion Chicago White Sox team and a 2006 All-Star team selection. During his career, he earned a little more than $67 million in salary alone.
