Zach Miner
Born: 3/12/1982 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-06-04 | Final Game: 2013-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Zachary Charles Miner
Biography
Zach Miner was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1982, who made a notable impact in Major League Baseball from 2006 until 2013. Known for his versatility on the mound, Miner played primarily as a reliever but also contributed as a starter during his career. He recorded a win-loss record of 25-22 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.25 over his time in the league. With a total of 237 strikeouts and one save, Miner demonstrated a capacity to effectively manage hitters, showcasing his ability to navigate challenging game situations.
Miner's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by both the rise of analytics in player evaluation and a focus on pitching depth across teams. His performances were characterized by a competitive spirit and a strong work ethic, allowing him to carve out a niche as a reliable member of the pitching staff. Though he may not have achieved superstar status, Miner remains a respected figure for his contributions to the game, particularly for teams like the Detroit Tigers, where he spent a significant portion of his career. His journey through the majors reflects the experiences of many players who strive for success in the highly competitive landscape of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 22 | 173 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 385.7 | 408 | 182 | 39 | 162 | 237 | 4.25 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | DET | AL | 7 | 6 | 27 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 93.0 | 100 | 50 | 32 | 59 | 4.84 | 187.2 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | 3 | 4 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 53.7 | 56 | 18 | 22 | 34 | 3.02 | 738.0 |
| 2008 | DET | AL | 8 | 5 | 45 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 118.0 | 118 | 56 | 46 | 62 | 4.27 | -547.2 |
| 2009 | DET | AL | 7 | 5 | 51 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 92.3 | 101 | 44 | 45 | 62 | 4.29 | -1195.3 |
| 2013 | PHI | NL | 0 | 2 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.7 | 33 | 14 | 17 | 20 | 4.40 | -1145.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 173 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.231 | 0.231 | 0.308 | 0.538 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | DET | AL | 27 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | DET | AL | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | DET | AL | 51 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | PHI | NL | 16 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | WS | DET | 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 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | WS | DET | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 173 | 38 | 14 | 47 | 2 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | DET | P | 27 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | DET | P | 34 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 | DET | P | 45 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | DET | P | 51 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | PHI | P | 16 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 173 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | DET | AL | $950,000 |
| 2009 | DET | AL | $437,500 |
| 2008 | DET | AL | $410,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,797,500 | ||