Ariel Miranda
Born: 1/10/1989 in Havana, La Habana, Cuba
MLB Debut: 2016-07-03 | Final Game: 2018-04-17
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Biography
Ariel Miranda was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1989, whose career spanned from 2016 until his final appearance on April 17, 2018. Known for his strong left arm and competitive spirit, Miranda made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time characterized by a shift towards more specialized pitching roles and an emphasis on strikeouts. Over the course of his career, he achieved a win-loss record of 13-9 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.72, demonstrating his ability to contribute to his team's pitching staff consistently.
Miranda accumulated a total of 186 strikeouts, showcasing his capacity to overpower hitters at times, although he did not record any saves, indicating that he primarily served as a starting pitcher or a middle reliever rather than a closer. His playing style reflected the evolving approach to pitching in the modern game, where strikeouts have become increasingly valued. Despite his relatively brief career, Ariel Miranda's journey in Major League Baseball serves as a testament to the opportunities available for international players and the diverse talent that graces the league.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 9 | 44 | 40 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 223.0 | 193 | 117 | 49 | 85 | 186 | 4.72 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | SEA | AL | 5 | 2 | 11 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 56.0 | 43 | 22 | 18 | 40 | 3.54 | -1810.0 |
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 8 | 7 | 31 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 160.0 | 140 | 91 | 63 | 137 | 5.12 | -5653.8 |
| 2018 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1.80 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | BAL | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | SEA | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 32 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | SEA | AL | 1 | 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 | 44 | 40 | 6 | 11 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | BAL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | SEA | P | 11 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | SEA | P | 31 | 29 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 | SEA | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 44 |