Juan Minaya
Born: 9/18/1990 in Maimon, Puerto Plata, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2016-09-01 | Final Game: 2022-07-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Juan Gustavo Minaya
Biography
Juan Minaya, born in 1990, was a talented pitcher who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 2016 until his retirement in 2022. Over the course of his career, he showcased a strong ability to strike out batters, finishing with 196 strikeouts. Minaya maintained a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.69, which reflected his effectiveness on the mound during his tenure. Additionally, he recorded a career record of 9-5 and notched 10 saves, highlighting his versatility and reliability in high-pressure situations.
Minaya's career unfolded during a time when the game was increasingly focused on power hitting and advanced analytics, yet he carved out a niche for himself as a dependable relief pitcher. His ability to consistently challenge hitters and generate strikeouts made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. As baseball evolved, Minaya's contributions on the mound exemplified the changing dynamics of the game, where specialized roles in the bullpen became increasingly crucial. His journey through the league underscored his dedication and skill, marking him as a noteworthy player in the era of modern baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 5 | 160 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 178.0 | 153 | 73 | 18 | 91 | 196 | 3.69 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4.35 | - |
| 2017 | CHW | AL | 3 | 2 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 43.7 | 38 | 22 | 20 | 51 | 4.53 | - |
| 2018 | CHW | AL | 2 | 2 | 52 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 46.7 | 39 | 17 | 29 | 58 | 3.28 | - |
| 2019 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.7 | 31 | 12 | 12 | 27 | 3.90 | - |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 2 | 1 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40.0 | 27 | 11 | 20 | 43 | 2.48 | 297.9 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 5.59 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 160 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHW | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | CHW | AL | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | CHW | AL | 52 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | CHW | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 6 | 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 | 160 | 0 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHA | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHA | P | 40 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | CHA | P | 52 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | CHA | P | 22 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | MIN | P | 29 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | MIN | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 160 |