Chad Bettis
Born: 4/26/1989 in Lubbock, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-08-01 | Final Game: 2019-08-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 201 lbs
Full name: Chad Robert Bettis
Biography
Chad Bettis was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2019. Born in 1989, Bettis made his mark primarily with the Colorado Rockies, showcasing his talent during a period characterized by high offensive outputs and the challenges faced by pitchers in the hitter-friendly environments of Coors Field. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 31 wins and 31 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.12. Bettis recorded a total of 431 strikeouts and secured 1 save, demonstrating his capability as a reliable arm within the Rockies' rotation.
Bettis's playing style was defined by his competitive spirit and resilience on the mound. He faced adversity during his career, including a battle with testicular cancer, which he publicly overcame, further solidifying his status as a player who inspired both teammates and fans alike. While his statistics may not place him among the elite pitchers of his era, Bettis's contributions to the Rockies during a transformative time in baseball reflected the broader challenges and triumphs that defined the sport in the 2010s. His journey is a testament to perseverance and dedication in the face of significant obstacles.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 31 | 164 | 92 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 600.7 | 672 | 342 | 79 | 210 | 431 | 5.12 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | COL | NL | 1 | 3 | 16 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 44.7 | 55 | 28 | 20 | 30 | 5.64 | -1197.9 |
| 2014 | COL | NL | 0 | 2 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 42 | 25 | 10 | 13 | 9.12 | -1105.4 |
| 2015 | COL | NL | 8 | 6 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 115.0 | 120 | 54 | 42 | 98 | 4.23 | 338.0 |
| 2016 | COL | NL | 14 | 8 | 32 | 32 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 186.0 | 204 | 99 | 59 | 138 | 4.79 | -361.8 |
| 2017 | COL | NL | 2 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 46.3 | 52 | 26 | 11 | 30 | 5.05 | -615.4 |
| 2018 | COL | NL | 5 | 2 | 27 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 120.3 | 121 | 67 | 47 | 80 | 5.01 | -2845.8 |
| 2019 | COL | NL | 1 | 6 | 39 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 63.7 | 78 | 43 | 21 | 42 | 6.08 | -1058.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 165 | 142 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 13 | 65 | 0.056 | 0.135 | 0.056 | 0.192 | -664.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | COL | NL | 17 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | COL | NL | 21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | COL | NL | 20 | 29 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0.069 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | COL | NL | 32 | 49 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 0.041 | -664.6 |
| 2017 | COL | NL | 9 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | COL | NL | 27 | 34 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 0.088 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | COL | NL | 39 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 164 | 92 | 45 | 107 | 4 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | COL | P | 16 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | COL | P | 21 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | COL | P | 20 | 20 | 12 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | COL | P | 32 | 32 | 12 | 31 | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 | COL | P | 9 | 9 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | COL | P | 27 | 20 | 9 | 22 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | COL | P | 39 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 164 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | COL | NL | $512,500 |
| 2014 | COL | NL | $500,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,012,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech University | Lubbock | TX | 2008, 2009, 2010 |