Michael Pineda, baseball player, 2011-2022

Michael Pineda

Born: 1/18/1989 in Yaguate, San Cristóbal, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2011-04-05 | Final Game: 2022-09-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 280 lbs

Full name: Michael Francisco Pineda

Biography

Michael Pineda, born in 1989, was a skilled pitcher who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2022. Known for his powerful right arm and impressive strikeout ability, Pineda recorded a career record of 64-61 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.06. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 966 strikeouts, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound. Despite not recording any saves, Pineda's contributions as a starting pitcher were evident throughout his tenure in the league. Pineda's career included a notable highlight when he was selected as an All-Star, reflecting his status as one of the prominent pitchers of his era. He began his career during a time when the game was marked by both offensive explosions and evolving pitching strategies. His ability to miss bats and deliver quality innings made him a valuable asset to his teams. Overall, Michael Pineda's legacy in baseball is characterized by his impressive strikeout totals and his role in the competitive landscape of the Major Leagues during the 2010s.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
64 61 181 180 1 0 0 1008.7 990 455 144 221 966 4.06 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
181 18 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 0.111 0.111 0.111 0.222 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 181 180 43 102 8 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 181

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2015 Player of the Week Week of 2015-05-10
2011 Rookie of the Month April

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 NYA AL $4,300,000
2015 NYA AL $2,100,000
2012 NYA AL $528,475
2011 SEA AL $414,000
Total Career Earnings $7,342,475

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2011 Rookie of the Year AL 5th 11.0 140 0