Alex Lange
Born: 10/2/1995 in Riverside, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2021-04-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 202 lbs
Full name: Alexander Craig Lange
Biography
Alex Lange is a professional baseball pitcher, born in 1995, who has been making his mark in Major League Baseball since his debut on April 10, 2021. Currently an active player, Lange has established himself as a reliable arm in the bullpen. With a career record of 15-15 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.72, he showcases a blend of durability and effectiveness on the mound. Lange has accumulated 221 strikeouts and recorded 29 saves, demonstrating his capability both as a strikeout pitcher and a closer in high-pressure situations.
Lange's playing style is characterized by a powerful fastball complemented by a sharp breaking ball, making him a formidable opponent for hitters. As one of the emerging talents in contemporary baseball, he represents the new wave of pitchers who are redefining the role of bullpen specialists in the game. His ongoing contributions are significant not only for his team but also for the evolving landscape of MLB pitching, as teams increasingly rely on specialized pitchers to navigate through tough lineups. As Lange continues to develop his craft, he remains an exciting player to watch in the current era of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 15 | 195 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 183.7 | 143 | 76 | 16 | 109 | 221 | 3.72 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | AL | 1 | 3 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 35.7 | 37 | 16 | 16 | 39 | 4.04 | -124.1 |
| 2022 | DET | AL | 7 | 4 | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 63.3 | 47 | 24 | 31 | 82 | 3.41 | 1144.9 |
| 2023 | DET | AL | 7 | 5 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 66.0 | 43 | 27 | 45 | 79 | 3.68 | -49.1 |
| 2024 | DET | AL | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 18.7 | 16 | 9 | 17 | 21 | 4.34 | 50.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 195 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | DET | AL | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | DET | AL | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | DET | AL | 21 | 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 | 195 | 0 | 10 | 16 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | DET | P | 36 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | DET | P | 71 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | DET | P | 67 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | DET | P | 21 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 195 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Reliever of the Month | May |