Preston Claiborne
Born: 1/21/1988 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-05-05 | Final Game: 2017-06-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Preston Michael Claiborne
Biography
Preston Claiborne, born in 1988, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2017. Claiborne made his mark primarily as a relief pitcher, known for his solid performance on the mound during his tenure in the league. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 3-2 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.05. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he accumulated a total of 60 strikeouts, showcasing his potential as a capable arm in the bullpen.
Claiborne's playing career spanned an era marked by a dynamic shift in pitching styles, with an increasing emphasis on strikeouts and specialized relief roles. Although he did not record any saves throughout his career, his contributions were often felt in high-leverage situations, where he demonstrated the ability to handle pressure on the mound. Claiborne's journey through Major League Baseball reflects the opportunities and challenges faced by pitchers in the modern game, as he navigated his way through various teams and contributed to their pitching staffs.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 73.3 | 80 | 33 | 8 | 24 | 60 | 4.05 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NYY | AL | 0 | 2 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.3 | 51 | 23 | 14 | 42 | 4.11 | - |
| 2014 | NYY | AL | 3 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.0 | 24 | 7 | 10 | 16 | 3.00 | - |
| 2017 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NYY | AL | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | NYY | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | TEX | AL | 1 | 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 | 63 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NYA | P | 44 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | NYA | P | 18 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | TEX | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 63 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | NYA | AL | $511,325 |
| Total Career Earnings | $511,325 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulane University | New Orleans | LA | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |