Cody Eppley

Cody Eppley was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1985, whose career spanned from 2011 to 2013. He made his Major League Baseball debut on April 23, 2011, and played until April 3, 2013. Eppley was known for his unique pitching style, which included a sidearm delivery that allowed him to generate ground balls and disrupt hitters' timing. Throughout his career, he played for teams in a competitive era of baseball that emphasized pitching depth and bullpen specialization. In his brief MLB tenure, Eppley compiled a record of 2-3 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.61, showcasing his ability to contribute in relief roles. He recorded 39 strikeouts, reflecting his capacity to miss bats despite not being a predominant strikeout pitcher. While he did not secure any saves during his time in the league, Eppley's role as a reliable option out of the bullpen highlighted the increasing importance of specialized pitchers in the game. His journey through the majors, though short, was marked by the challenges of maintaining effectiveness in a highly competitive environment.