Donovan Hand
Born: 4/20/1986 in Tecumseh, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-05-26 | Final Game: 2015-06-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 238 lbs
Full name: Donovan Jay Hand
Biography
Donovan Hand was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1986, who played in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2015. He made his debut on May 26, 2013, and concluded his playing career on June 17, 2015. Hand was known for his solid control and ability to generate strikeouts, finishing his career with a record of 1-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.53 over his time in the league. His 40 strikeouts highlighted his potential as a reliable arm in the bullpen, despite not recording any saves during his career.
Handโs playing years came during a time when pitching was evolving, with many pitchers beginning to utilize advanced analytics to enhance their gameplay. Although he faced challenges in securing wins, his ERA indicated that he was capable of keeping games competitive. His contributions to the teams he played for during his brief tenure in the major leagues reflected the grit and determination typical of many pitchers who strive to make their mark in a highly competitive environment. After retiring from baseball, Hand left behind a legacy as a testament to perseverance in the face of the challenges that come with professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 32 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 71.3 | 73 | 28 | 10 | 22 | 40 | 3.53 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIL | NL | 1 | 5 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 68.3 | 71 | 28 | 21 | 37 | 3.69 | -1980.7 |
| 2015 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.083 | 0.154 | 0.083 | 0.237 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIL | NL | 31 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | CIN | NL | 1 | 1 | 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 | 32 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIL | P | 31 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | CIN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 32 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville State University | Jacksonville | AL | 2005, 2006, 2007 |