Buck Farmer
Born: 2/20/1991 in Conyers, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2014-08-13
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 232 lbs
Full name: George Runie Farmer
Biography
Buck Farmer is an active professional baseball pitcher, born in 1991, who has been making his mark on the game since his debut in 2014. Known for his resilience and competitive spirit, Farmer currently holds a career record of 24-30 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.71. Over the course of his career, he has accumulated 486 strikeouts and recorded 6 saves, showcasing his ability to deliver crucial performances in high-pressure situations.
Farmer, who plays in an era characterized by advanced analytics and an emphasis on pitching depth, has adapted his game to thrive in a demanding league. His versatility allows him to contribute both as a starter and in relief roles, making him a valuable asset to his team. As he continues to develop his skills and refine his approach on the mound, Farmer remains an integral part of the ongoing evolution of pitching strategies in contemporary baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 30 | 417 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 513.7 | 484 | 269 | 71 | 236 | 486 | 4.71 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.3 | 12 | 12 | 5 | 11 | 11.57 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 0 | 4 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40.3 | 53 | 33 | 17 | 24 | 7.36 | -2737.7 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29.3 | 25 | 15 | 20 | 27 | 4.60 | -764.5 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 5 | 5 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48.0 | 55 | 36 | 20 | 49 | 6.75 | -842.8 |
| 2018 | DET | AL | 3 | 4 | 66 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69.3 | 67 | 32 | 41 | 57 | 4.15 | -544.7 |
| 2019 | DET | AL | 6 | 6 | 73 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 67.7 | 62 | 28 | 24 | 73 | 3.72 | 1073.6 |
| 2020 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.3 | 20 | 9 | 5 | 14 | 3.80 | 23.1 |
| 2021 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.3 | 40 | 25 | 21 | 37 | 6.37 | -2072.3 |
| 2022 | CIN | NL | 2 | 2 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 47.0 | 36 | 20 | 25 | 54 | 3.83 | 1116.4 |
| 2023 | CIN | NL | 4 | 5 | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 75.0 | 58 | 35 | 29 | 70 | 4.20 | -539.4 |
| 2024 | CIN | NL | 3 | 2 | 61 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 71.0 | 56 | 24 | 29 | 70 | 3.04 | 145.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 417 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | DET | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 14 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | DET | AL | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | DET | AL | 73 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | DET | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | DET | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | CIN | NL | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | CIN | NL | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | CIN | NL | 61 | 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 | 417 | 22 | 29 | 45 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | DET | P | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | DET | P | 14 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | DET | P | 14 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | DET | P | 11 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | DET | P | 66 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | DET | P | 73 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 | DET | P | 23 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | DET | P | 36 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | CIN | P | 44 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | CIN | P | 71 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | CIN | P | 61 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 417 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | DET | AL | $509,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $509,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta | GA | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |