Andrew Albers
Born: 10/6/1985 in North Battleford, SK, CAN
MLB Debut: 2013-08-06 | Final Game: 2021-09-15
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Andrew William Albers
Biography
Andrew Albers, born in 1985, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2013 to 2021. He made his Major League Baseball debut with the Minnesota Twins and later played for the Toronto Blue Jays. Albers was known for his exceptional control and ability to pitch deep into games, showcasing a repertoire that included a variety of pitches. His career record stood at 8-8, and he finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.58, along with 91 strikeouts and one save.
Throughout his career, Albers demonstrated resilience and adaptability, often stepping into crucial roles for his teams when needed. His journey through the minor leagues and eventual ascent to the big leagues exemplified the dedication and hard work required to succeed in professional baseball. Albers' contributions on the mound, particularly during his stints with the Twins, left a mark on the franchise and provided fans with memorable moments. As a pitcher during the early 2010s, Albers navigated an era characterized by an increased emphasis on analytics and specialized pitching roles, making his accomplishments all the more noteworthy.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 8 | 31 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 139.7 | 159 | 71 | 27 | 34 | 91 | 4.58 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIN | AL | 2 | 5 | 10 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 60.0 | 64 | 27 | 7 | 25 | 4.05 | -150.4 |
| 2015 | TOR | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3.38 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.0 | 27 | 11 | 6 | 16 | 5.82 | -834.5 |
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 5 | 1 | 9 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 41.0 | 43 | 16 | 10 | 37 | 3.51 | 232.3 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 1 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 24 | 16 | 9 | 12 | 7.58 | -2564.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 2.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIN | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | TOR | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | MIN | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 31 | 21 | 7 | 18 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIN | P | 10 | 10 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | TOR | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | MIN | P | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | SEA | P | 9 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | MIN | P | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 31 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky | Lexington | KY | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |