Griffin Canning
Born: 5/11/1996 in Mission Viejo, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2019-04-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Griffin Alexander Canning
Biography
Griffin Canning, born in 1996, is an active pitcher who has been a notable presence in Major League Baseball since his debut on April 30, 2019. Currently playing for the Los Angeles Angels, Canning showcases a blend of power and finesse on the mound, contributing to his team's efforts in the competitive landscape of modern baseball. With a career record of 25-34 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.78, he continues to develop his skills and adapt to the evolving game.
Canning has amassed 483 strikeouts over his career, demonstrating his ability to overpower hitters and maintain a competitive edge in games. Though he has not recorded any saves, his role as a starting pitcher highlights his significance in the rotation, where he aims to consistently give his team a chance to win. As a product of the contemporary era of baseball, Canning's performance is pivotal in an age characterized by advanced analytics and an emphasis on strikeouts, making him a player to watch as he progresses in his career.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 34 | 99 | 94 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 508.0 | 494 | 270 | 89 | 183 | 483 | 4.78 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | LAA | AL | 5 | 6 | 18 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 90.3 | 80 | 46 | 30 | 96 | 4.58 | 321.3 |
| 2020 | LAA | AL | 2 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 56.3 | 54 | 25 | 23 | 56 | 3.99 | 179.2 |
| 2021 | LAA | AL | 5 | 4 | 14 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.7 | 65 | 39 | 28 | 62 | 5.60 | -1933.3 |
| 2023 | LAA | AL | 7 | 8 | 24 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 127.0 | 121 | 61 | 36 | 139 | 4.32 | 147.2 |
| 2024 | LAA | AL | 6 | 13 | 32 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 171.7 | 174 | 99 | 66 | 130 | 5.19 | -5241.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | LAA | AL | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | LAA | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | LAA | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | LAA | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | LAA | AL | 32 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 99 | 94 | 39 | 58 | 5 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | LAA | P | 18 | 17 | 9 | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | LAA | P | 11 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | LAA | P | 14 | 13 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | LAA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | LAA | P | 24 | 22 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| 2024 | LAA | P | 32 | 31 | 12 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 99 |
| Left Field | 1 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Gold Glove | P |