Triston McKenzie
Born: 8/2/1997 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 2020-08-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Triston Andrew McKenzie
Biography
Triston McKenzie, born in 1997, is an active pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians, having made his Major League Baseball debut on August 22, 2020. Known for his impressive height and slender frame, McKenzie exhibits a unique pitching style characterized by a smooth delivery and a diverse repertoire, including a fastball that can reach the mid-90s, complemented by a sharp curveball and an effective changeup. As he continues to develop his skills at the highest level, he has become a pivotal part of the Guardians’ pitching rotation, contributing to the team's competitive efforts in the American League.
Throughout his career, McKenzie holds a record of 21-29 and maintains an earned run average (ERA) of 3.98, showcasing his ability to handle high-pressure situations on the mound. With 458 strikeouts to his name, he has demonstrated a knack for overpowering hitters, making him a significant asset for his team as they navigate the challenges of modern baseball. As he progresses in his career, Triston McKenzie stands out not only for his performance but also for his potential to become a cornerstone of the Guardians' pitching staff in the coming years.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 29 | 84 | 80 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 436.3 | 324 | 193 | 72 | 173 | 458 | 3.98 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | CLE | AL | 2 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 | 21 | 12 | 9 | 42 | 3.24 | 454.6 |
| 2021 | CLE | AL | 5 | 9 | 25 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 120.0 | 84 | 66 | 58 | 136 | 4.95 | -1345.9 |
| 2022 | CLE | AL | 11 | 11 | 31 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 191.3 | 138 | 63 | 44 | 190 | 2.96 | 1864.7 |
| 2023 | CLE | AL | 0 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.0 | 12 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 5.06 | -69.6 |
| 2024 | CLE | AL | 3 | 5 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 75.7 | 69 | 43 | 49 | 74 | 5.11 | -4570.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | CLE | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | CLE | AL | 25 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | CLE | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | CLE | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | CLE | AL | 16 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | ALDS1 | CLE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2022 | ALWC1 | CLE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2020 | ALWC2 | CLE | 1 | 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 | 2 | 0 | 12.7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 15 | 4.26 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | ALDS1 | CLE | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5.0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 7.20 |
| 2022 | ALWC1 | CLE | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6.0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.00 |
| 2020 | ALWC2 | CLE | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10.80 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 84 | 80 | 26 | 27 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | CLE | P | 8 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CLE | P | 25 | 24 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | CLE | P | 31 | 30 | 12 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | CLE | P | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | CLE | P | 16 | 16 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 84 |