Mike Freeman
Born: 8/4/1987 in Orlando, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2016-07-17 | Final Game: 2021-08-04
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Michael Barrett Freeman
Biography
Mike Freeman, born in 1987, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 2016 and 2021. Known for his versatility as a position player, Freeman played in 193 games over his career, showcasing his ability to contribute both in the field and at the plate. He recorded 80 hits, including 5 home runs and 32 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .225. While not primarily known for his offensive prowess, Freeman's tenacity and defensive skills earned him a place in the hearts of fans and teammates alike.
Freeman's career unfolded during a period characterized by both statistical anomalies and evolving playing styles, as the game increasingly emphasized power and offensive production. Despite this, he carved out a niche for himself with his work ethic and adaptability, making appearances with several teams. With 2 stolen bases to his name, he added a layer of speed and unpredictability to his game, complementing his role as a utility player. Although his numbers may not reflect the flashiness of some contemporaries, Freeman's contributions to his teams were significant, demonstrating the importance of reliable role players in the landscape of modern baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8.10 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 193 | 356 | 45 | 80 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 2 | 38 | 118 | 0.225 | 0.306 | 0.306 | 0.612 | -324.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | AZ | NL | 8 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | SEA | AL | 13 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.385 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | CHC | NL | 15 | 25 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | LAD | NL | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 16 | 30 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | CHC | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | CLE | AL | 75 | 177 | 27 | 49 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 22 | 61 | 0.277 | 40.7 |
| 2020 | CLE | AL | 24 | 38 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0.237 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | CIN | NL | 37 | 59 | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 20 | 0.186 | -364.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 13 | 3 | 39 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2B | 51 | 31 | 51 | 92 | 3 | 20 |
| 3B | 34 | 16 | 14 | 37 | 4 | 1 |
| OF | 16 | 7 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 36 | 23 | 24 | 50 | 4 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ARI | OF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | SEA | 2B | 5 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 | SEA | SS | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHN | SS | 10 | 4 | 10 | 20 | 2 | 4 |
| 2017 | LAN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | SEA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | SEA | 1B | 3 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 | SEA | 2B | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 | SEA | 3B | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | CHN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | CLE | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | CLE | 2B | 33 | 26 | 31 | 75 | 2 | 13 |
| 2019 | CLE | 3B | 18 | 10 | 8 | 24 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 | CLE | SS | 9 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | CLE | OF | 6 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | CLE | 2B | 4 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | CLE | 3B | 6 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | CLE | SS | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | CLE | OF | 4 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | CIN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CIN | 1B | 9 | 1 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | CIN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CIN | 3B | 7 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CIN | SS | 12 | 8 | 5 | 14 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | CIN | OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 3 |
| First Base | 13 |
| Second Base | 51 |
| Third Base | 34 |
| Shortstop | 36 |
| Left Field | 12 |
| Center Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |