Ryan Braun
Born: 7/29/1980 in Kitchener, ON, CAN
MLB Debut: 2006-09-02 | Final Game: 2007-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Ryan Zachary Braun
Biography
Ryan Braun was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2006 to 2007. Born in 1980, Braun made his mark in the game during a transitional period characterized by a mix of emerging talent and the remnants of the steroid era. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in a total of 28 games, finishing with a record of 2-1 and an earned run average (ERA) of 6.66. His performance on the mound included 30 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite the challenges he faced in the major leagues.
Braun's playing style emphasized a competitive spirit and a willingness to adapt, traits that are often essential for pitchers navigating the complexities of professional baseball. While he did not record any saves during his time in the league, his contributions to his team in various roles reflected the versatility expected from pitchers of his era. Following his retirement, Braun's career remains a testament to the unpredictability of a professional sports journey, marked by both promise and the harsh realities of performance at the highest level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | 59 | 37 | 6 | 25 | 30 | 6.66 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | KCR | AL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 13 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 6.75 | - |
| 2007 | KCR | AL | 2 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.3 | 46 | 29 | 22 | 24 | 6.64 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | KCR | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | KCR | AL | 26 | 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 | 35 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | KCA | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | KCA | P | 26 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 35 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Silver Slugger | OF |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | KCA | AL | $380,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $380,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada-Las Vegas | Las Vegas | NV | 2003 |
| Wake Forest University | Winston-Salem | NC | 2000, 2001, 2002 |