Joe bin Wafeeq

New York Bombers (2000-
In the 2000 Inaugural Draft, bin Wafeeq was drafted third overall by the Bombers, establishing himself as their franchise player. bin Wafeeq pitched in eleven games in his rookie season, earning 4 wins and four losses. He finished with a league high 60 strikeouts. He racked up the awards, winning an ABA Championship, the Rookie of the Year Award and a Gold Glove at P. He renewed his contract with New York for another year during the offseason.

In his second year, bin Wafeeq literally improved in every way possible, lowering his ERA and his WHIP and also earning more K's and less BB's. For his efforts, he earned a 4-3 records in 81.1 innings, with a 3.32 ERA and 83 strikeouts. Unfortunately, he was snubbed in the Best Pitcher Award race for the second year in a row to the desolation of his supporters.

In 2002, many people were starting to wonder if bin Wafeeq was a bust, since he was drafted third overall in the 2000 Inaugural Draft. New York still had their total confidence in bin Wafeeq's abilities, they named him their starting pitcher on Opening Day for the third straight year. The ace ended the campaign with a 5-5 record, with a 3.91 ERA and 76 K. Many were disappointed in New York season, but they also agreed that bin Wafeeq helped them a lot in their performance. His contract was renewed for another year at the end of the season.

Awards
1X ABA Champion (2000)

1X ABA Rookie of the Year Award (2000)

1X ABA Gold Glove Award at P (2000)