Michael Blazek
Born: 3/16/1989 in Las Vegas, NV, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-06-22 | Final Game: 2019-07-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Michael Robert Blazek
Biography
Michael Blazek, born in 1989, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2019. Over the course of his career, he played for several teams, becoming known for his strong arm and competitive spirit on the mound. Blazek finished his career with a win-loss record of 8-6 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.5, showcasing his ability to handle the pressures of big league baseball. He recorded a total of 104 strikeouts, demonstrating his capability to overpower hitters, although he did not register any saves during his tenure.
Blazek's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by an emphasis on power hitting and advanced analytics. Despite the evolving nature of the game, he carved out a respectable niche as a reliable option in the bullpen and as a spot starter. Though he may not be remembered as a superstar, Blazek's contributions to his teams reflected the hard work and dedication that defined many players of his generation. After his final appearance on July 30, 2019, he left behind a legacy of perseverance and a love for the game that continues to inspire aspiring pitchers today.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 6 | 113 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 128.0 | 126 | 64 | 20 | 64 | 104 | 4.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIL | NL | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3.86 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 6.97 | - |
| 2015 | MIL | NL | 5 | 3 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 55.7 | 40 | 15 | 18 | 47 | 2.43 | 1114.8 |
| 2016 | MIL | NL | 3 | 1 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 41.3 | 52 | 26 | 27 | 36 | 5.66 | -1585.3 |
| 2017 | MIL | NL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 8.31 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | WAS | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 7.20 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.333 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIL | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | STL | NL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | MIL | NL | 45 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | MIL | NL | 42 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | MIL | NL | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | WAS | NL | 4 | 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 | 113 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIL | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | SLN | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | MIL | P | 45 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | MIL | P | 41 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | MIL | P | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | WAS | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 113 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | MIL | NL | $514,200 |
| 2015 | MIL | NL | $508,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,022,700 | ||