Brett Myers, baseball player, 2002-2013

Brett Myers

Born: 8/17/1980 in Jacksonville, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 2002-07-24 | Final Game: 2013-04-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 240 lbs

Full name: Brett Allen Myers

Biography

Brett Myers, born in 1980, was a professional baseball pitcher who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 2002 until his retirement in 2013. Over the course of his career, he played predominantly for the Philadelphia Phillies, where he emerged as a key member of the pitching rotation during a transformative period for the franchise. Known for his competitive spirit and durability on the mound, Myers finished his career with a record of 97-96 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.25. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded 1,379 strikeouts in his career, alongside amassing 40 saves. Myers' career spanned a dynamic era in baseball, marked by the rise of offensive production and a focus on pitching depth in rotations. He was known for his aggressive pitching style and ability to handle high-pressure situations, which made him a valuable asset in both starting and relief roles. Throughout his time in the league, Myers was recognized for his contributions to the Phillies' success, particularly during their quest for the postseason. His legacy is remembered not only for his statistical achievements but also for the impact he had on the teams he played for and the fans who supported him.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
97 96 381 252 12 3 40 1710.0 1725 807 247 556 1379 4.25 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
383 471 22 63 11 0 0 12 0 25 161 0.134 0.177 0.157 0.334 -4132.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
7 5 3 4 0 0 0 3 1 0 0.800

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2009 NLDS2 PHI 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2009 WS PHI 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2008 NLCS PHI 1 3 2 3 0 0 0 3 0 0 1.000
2008 WS PHI 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2008 NLDS2 PHI 1 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.500
2007 NLDS2 PHI 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2 1 7 3 0 22.0 18 11 12 17 4.50

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2009 NLDS2 PHI 0 0 1 0 0 0.7 0 0 2 0 0.00
2009 WS PHI 0 0 1 0 0 1.0 1 1 0 2 9.00
2008 NLCS PHI 1 0 1 1 0 5.0 6 5 4 6 9.00
2008 NLDS2 PHI 1 0 1 1 0 7.0 2 2 3 4 2.57
2008 WS PHI 0 1 1 1 0 7.0 7 3 3 2 3.86
2007 NLDS2 PHI 0 0 2 0 0 1.3 2 0 0 3 0.00

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 381 252 157 224 10 14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 381

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2013 CLE AL $7,000,000
2012 HOU NL $12,000,000
2011 HOU NL $8,000,000
2010 HOU NL $3,100,000
2009 PHI NL $12,083,333
2008 PHI NL $8,583,333
2007 PHI NL $5,083,333
2006 PHI NL $3,300,000
2005 PHI NL $445,000
2004 PHI NL $362,500
2003 PHI NL $300,000
Total Career Earnings $60,257,499

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2010 Cy Young Award NL 10th 2.0 224 0