Zach Putnam, baseball player, 2011-2017

Zach Putnam

Born: 7/3/1987 in Rochester, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 2011-09-13 | Final Game: 2017-04-22

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Steven Zachary McGuire Putnam

Biography

Zach Putnam, born in 1987, was a right-handed pitcher who made a notable impact in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2017. Throughout his career, Putnam showcased his skills on the mound with a record of 10-7 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.2. He struck out 162 batters during his time in the league and contributed to his teams with 6 saves, demonstrating his versatility and effectiveness in high-pressure situations. Putnam's playing style was characterized by his ability to generate strikeouts and maintain a solid ERA, which positioned him as a reliable option in the bullpen. His career unfolded during a time when the game was increasingly emphasizing the importance of specialized relief pitchers, and he adapted well to the evolving dynamics of modern baseball. After making his debut in 2011, Putnam continued to hone his craft until his retirement in 2017, leaving behind a legacy of competitive pitching that underscored his contributions to the teams he represented.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
10 7 145 0 0 0 6 152.0 130 54 13 57 162 3.20 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
145 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 145 0 5 14 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 145

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 CHA AL $975,000
2015 CHA AL $525,000
Total Career Earnings $1,500,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Michigan Ann Arbor MI 2006, 2007, 2008