Aaron Crow
Born: 11/10/1986 in Topeka, KS, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-03-31 | Final Game: 2014-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Aaron James Crow
Biography
Aaron Crow was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1986, who played in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2014. He made his mark primarily with the Kansas City Royals, where he showcased his skills as a reliable arm on the mound. Over his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 20-11 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 3.43. Crow struck out a total of 208 batters and recorded 6 saves, demonstrating his capability both as a starter and a reliever.
A notable highlight of Crow's career was his selection to the All-Star Game, which underscored his ascent in the league during the early 2010s. Known for his strong fastball and effective slider, he was a key component of the Royalsโ pitching staff during a transformative period for the franchise. Crow's contributions helped pave the way for the Royals' resurgence in the years following his tenure, culminating in their 2015 World Series championship. His performances on the mound during a competitive era in baseball solidified his place in the history of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 11 | 254 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 233.7 | 210 | 89 | 28 | 99 | 208 | 3.43 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | KCR | AL | 4 | 4 | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.0 | 55 | 19 | 31 | 65 | 2.76 | - |
| 2012 | KCR | AL | 3 | 1 | 73 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 64.7 | 54 | 25 | 22 | 65 | 3.48 | - |
| 2013 | KCR | AL | 7 | 5 | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 48.0 | 49 | 18 | 22 | 44 | 3.38 | - |
| 2014 | KCR | AL | 6 | 1 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 59.0 | 52 | 27 | 24 | 34 | 4.12 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 254 | 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 | KCR | AL | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | KCR | AL | 73 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | KCR | AL | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | KCR | AL | 67 | 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 | 254 | 0 | 18 | 22 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | KCA | P | 57 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 | KCA | P | 73 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | KCA | P | 57 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | KCA | P | 67 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 254 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | KCA | AL | $1,475,000 |
| 2013 | KCA | AL | $1,280,000 |
| 2012 | KCA | AL | $1,600,000 |
| 2011 | KCA | AL | $1,400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,755,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri Columbia | Columbia | MO | 2006, 2007, 2008 |