Evan Meek
Born: 5/12/1983 in Bellevue, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-04-02 | Final Game: 2014-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Evan David Meek
Biography
Evan Meek was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2008 to 2014. Born in 1983, Meek made a name for himself in Major League Baseball with his tenure primarily as a relief pitcher. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 7-11, with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.63 and recorded 160 strikeouts. Meek also contributed to his teams by securing 4 saves, showcasing his ability to perform in high-pressure situations.
In 2010, Meek's standout performance earned him an All-Star selection, marking a significant highlight in his career. His effectiveness on the mound during that season contributed to his reputation as a reliable option in the bullpen during a time when bullpens were becoming increasingly crucial to a team's success. Though he played in an era characterized by the emergence of specialized relief pitchers, Meek's ability to navigate tough innings and his solid strikeout rate underscored his value to the teams he played for. After his retirement in 2014, Meek left behind a legacy as a dependable pitcher who played an important role in the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 11 | 179 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 196.0 | 165 | 79 | 15 | 101 | 160 | 3.63 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 7 | 6.92 | -1215.9 |
| 2009 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47.0 | 34 | 18 | 29 | 42 | 3.45 | 720.9 |
| 2010 | PIT | NL | 5 | 4 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 80.0 | 53 | 19 | 31 | 70 | 2.14 | 1272.1 |
| 2011 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.7 | 27 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 3.48 | 99.2 |
| 2012 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 14 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 6.75 | -174.5 |
| 2014 | BAL | AL | 0 | 4 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.3 | 26 | 15 | 11 | 16 | 5.79 | -798.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 179 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 2.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | PIT | NL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | PIT | NL | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | PIT | NL | 70 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | PIT | NL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | PIT | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | BAL | AL | 23 | 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 | 179 | 0 | 32 | 38 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | PIT | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | PIT | P | 41 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | PIT | P | 70 | 0 | 19 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | PIT | P | 24 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | PIT | P | 12 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | BAL | P | 23 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 179 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | PIT | NL | $875,000 |
| 2011 | PIT | NL | $461,500 |
| 2010 | PIT | NL | $413,500 |
| 2008 | PIT | NL | $390,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,140,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue Community College | Bellevue | WA | 2003 |