Michael Crotta
Born: 9/25/1984 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-04-03 | Final Game: 2011-05-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 235 lbs
Full name: Michael John Crotta
Biography
Michael Crotta, born in 1984, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball (MLB) from April 3, 2011, to May 10, 2011. Although his time in the league was short, Crotta's journey to the majors was marked by the challenges faced by many players in the competitive environment of professional baseball. He appeared in 15 games, but unfortunately, he did not record any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, finishing his MLB tenure with a batting average of 0.0.
Crotta's career unfolded during a period characterized by a mix of emerging talent and established stars in the game, as well as a changing landscape in player development and scouting. While he did not leave a significant statistical mark on the game, his experiences reflect the dedication and tenacity required to reach the highest level of baseball. Crotta's story serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspire to make their mark in the sport, even if their time in the spotlight is fleeting.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 20 | 11 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 9.28 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 20 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 9.28 | -431.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | PIT | NL | 15 | 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 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | PIT | P | 15 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 15 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | PIT | NL | $414,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $414,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Atlantic University | Boca Raton | FL | 2004, 2005, 2006 |