Brandon Medders
Born: 1/26/1980 in Tuscaloosa, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 2005-06-20 | Final Game: 2010-05-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Brandon Edward Medders
Biography
Brandon Medders was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2005 to 2010. Born in 1980, Medders made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time characterized by an offensive explosion and evolving pitching strategies. He played a total of six seasons, concluding his career with notable statistics that included a record of 16-7 and an ERA of 3.61. Over the course of his career, Medders recorded 175 strikeouts and achieved a single save, contributing to his teams' efforts in critical moments.
Medders was known for his versatility on the mound, often deployed in various roles that showcased his adaptability. His ability to manage games and keep opposing hitters off balance was a hallmark of his playing style. As a product of the mid-2000s era, he faced strong competition while also navigating the transitions in pitching approaches that defined the period. Medders' contributions to the game, particularly his reliable performances and work ethic, left a lasting impression on his teams and fans alike as he transitioned from a promising prospect to a seasoned player in the major leagues.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 7 | 210 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 234.7 | 233 | 94 | 27 | 104 | 175 | 3.61 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | AZ | NL | 4 | 1 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.3 | 21 | 6 | 11 | 31 | 1.78 | - |
| 2006 | AZ | NL | 5 | 3 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 71.7 | 76 | 29 | 28 | 47 | 3.64 | - |
| 2007 | AZ | NL | 1 | 2 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29.3 | 30 | 14 | 16 | 23 | 4.30 | - |
| 2008 | AZ | NL | 1 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.7 | 17 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 4.58 | - |
| 2009 | SFG | NL | 5 | 1 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 68.7 | 63 | 23 | 32 | 58 | 3.01 | - |
| 2010 | SFG | NL | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 26 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 7.20 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | AZ | NL | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | AZ | NL | 60 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | AZ | NL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | AZ | NL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | SFG | NL | 61 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | SFG | NL | 14 | 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 | 210 | 0 | 16 | 24 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | ARI | P | 27 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | ARI | P | 60 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | ARI | P | 30 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | ARI | P | 18 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | SFN | P | 61 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | SFN | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 210 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SFN | NL | $820,000 |
| 2009 | SFN | NL | $475,000 |
| 2008 | ARI | NL | $409,500 |
| 2007 | ARI | NL | $390,500 |
| 2006 | ARI | NL | $327,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,422,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi State University | Mississippi State | MS | 2000, 2001 |