Brett Oberholtzer
Born: 7/1/1989 in Christiana, DE, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-04-21 | Final Game: 2016-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Brett Raymond Oberholtzer
Biography
Brett Oberholtzer, born in 1989, was a professional pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2016. He made his debut on April 21, 2013, and concluded his career on October 1, 2016. Oberholtzer was known for his left-handed pitching style, which allowed him to exploit matchups against opposing batters effectively. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 14-23 and recorded an earned run average (ERA) of 4.36. His ability to strike out batters was evident as he amassed a total of 220 strikeouts, alongside a single save.
Oberholtzer's time in the majors coincided with a period marked by evolving pitching strategies and the increasing importance of analytics in the game. His contributions on the mound were characterized by a balanced approach that combined solid command with the capability to generate swings and misses. Despite facing challenges in securing consistent victories, Oberholtzer's determination and work ethic left a mark on the teams he played for, particularly during his tenure with the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies. As he transitioned away from playing, his experience and insights continue to resonate within the baseball community.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 23 | 82 | 44 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 324.0 | 365 | 157 | 41 | 87 | 220 | 4.36 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | HOU | AL | 4 | 5 | 13 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 71.7 | 66 | 22 | 13 | 45 | 2.76 | 395.7 |
| 2014 | HOU | AL | 5 | 13 | 24 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 143.7 | 170 | 70 | 28 | 94 | 4.39 | 679.6 |
| 2015 | HOU | AL | 2 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.3 | 44 | 19 | 17 | 27 | 4.46 | -510.6 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 | 27 | 19 | 9 | 16 | 8.55 | -1710.3 |
| 2016 | PHI | NL | 2 | 2 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 50.3 | 58 | 27 | 20 | 38 | 4.83 | -1881.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.250 | 0.143 | 0.393 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | HOU | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | HOU | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | HOU | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | PHI | NL | 26 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 82 | 44 | 14 | 37 | 3 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | HOU | P | 13 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | HOU | P | 24 | 24 | 6 | 16 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 | HOU | P | 8 | 8 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | LAA | P | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | PHI | P | 26 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 82 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | PHI | NL | $518,000 |
| 2015 | HOU | AL | $515,800 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,033,800 | ||