Matt Langwell
Born: 5/6/1986 in Bryan, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-06-02 | Final Game: 2013-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Matthew August Langwell
Biography
Matt Langwell, born in 1986, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) during the 2013 season. Langwell debuted on June 2, 2013, and played until September 27 of the same year. Despite a brief career, he demonstrated resilience on the mound, finishing with a record of 1-0 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.14. Over the course of his tenure in the big leagues, he recorded 12 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats, although he did not secure any saves.
Langwell's career unfolded during a time when the game was seeing a significant evolution in pitching styles and strategies, with an increasing focus on power pitching and specialization in relief roles. His contributions, albeit limited in terms of longevity, highlighted the competitive nature of MLB, where many talented players strive for success amidst fierce competition. After his time in the majors, Langwell transitioned away from professional baseball, leaving behind a story that reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by many athletes in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 13 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 5.14 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | AZ | NL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5.19 | - |
| 2013 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 5.06 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | AZ | NL | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | CLE | AL | 5 | 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 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | ARI | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | CLE | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 13 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University | Houston | TX | 2007, 2008 |
| Sam Houston State University | Huntsville | TX | 2005 |