Del Toro was a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates organization through the majority of the \'90s. However, beyond one brief spring training appearance, he remained in his native Mexico. Born in Sonora and a resident of Mexico City, Del Toro was a pitcher for the Mexico City Red Devils. He became serious about making it to Major League Baseball when he arrived for the Pirates\' 1998 Spring training. After not making the 40 man roster, he was granted free agency.\n', '

After impressing the Giants in Spring training, Del Toro made not only the 40 man roster, but the 1999 Opening Day 25 man list. Later, he was optioned to the Pacific Coast League\'s Fresno Grizzlies. At Triple-A Fresno, Del Toro played as both a starter and a reliever. He continued to play in both the minors and the majors, finishing the season with a 4.18 ERA in 14 games and 20 strikeouts.\n', '

Wearing No. 37, Del Toro began the season in Fresno. His first career Major League Baseball victory came against the Montreal Expos. Del Toro relieved Kirk Rueter, pitching two scoreless innings. He struck out two and shook off a line drive off his leg.\n', '

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