Brandon Gomes
Born: 7/15/1984 in Fall River, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-05-03 | Final Game: 2015-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Brandon Paul Gomes
Biography
Brandon Gomes, born in 1984, was a talented pitcher who carved out a niche in Major League Baseball during his career from 2011 to 2015. Known for his strong fastball and effective slider, Gomes played primarily as a relief pitcher, showcasing his ability to handle high-pressure situations. Throughout his time in the league, he compiled a record of 11 wins and 12 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.2. He recorded 144 strikeouts and notched a single save, contributing to his teams' efforts in critical moments.
Gomes made his mark in the era characterized by an influx of hard-throwing relievers and a growing emphasis on bullpen specialization. He was recognized for his competitive spirit and ability to adapt to the evolving demands of the game. While he may not have been a household name, Gomes' contributions to his teams reflected the depth and talent of pitchers in the league during the early 2010s. After his retirement in 2015, he left behind a legacy that highlighted the importance of reliable arms in the bullpen, underscoring the ever-changing landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 12 | 173 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 167.0 | 151 | 78 | 24 | 61 | 144 | 4.20 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | TBR | AL | 2 | 1 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 37.0 | 34 | 12 | 16 | 32 | 2.92 | - |
| 2012 | TBR | AL | 2 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.7 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 5.09 | - |
| 2013 | TBR | AL | 3 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 18 | 14 | 7 | 29 | 6.52 | - |
| 2014 | TBR | AL | 2 | 2 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.0 | 28 | 14 | 11 | 24 | 3.71 | - |
| 2015 | TBR | AL | 2 | 6 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 59.0 | 55 | 28 | 15 | 44 | 4.27 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 174 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.500 | 0.000 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | TBR | AL | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | TBR | AL | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | TBR | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | TBR | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | TBR | AL | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | ALDS2 | TBA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2.3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7.71 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | ALDS2 | TBA | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2.3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7.71 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 173 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | TBA | P | 40 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | TBA | P | 15 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | TBA | P | 26 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | TBA | P | 29 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | TBA | P | 63 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 174 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | TBA | AL | $507,800 |
| Total Career Earnings | $507,800 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulane University | New Orleans | LA | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |