Aaron Rakers
Born: 1/22/1977 in Highland, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-09-08 | Final Game: 2007-04-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Aaron James Rakers
Biography
Aaron Rakers, born in 1977, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2004 to 2007. Known for his versatility on the mound, Rakers made a name for himself in the Major Leagues during a time when bullpen roles were increasingly specialized. He played primarily for the teams that recognized his potential, showcasing a solid skill set that included a respectable earned run average of 3.32 over his career.
Throughout his time in the majors, Rakers recorded a win-loss record of 1-0 and tallied 14 strikeouts, reflecting his ability to deliver crucial outs in high-pressure situations. While he did not register any saves, his contributions were vital in supporting his team's pitching staff during the mid-2000s, a period marked by a mix of emerging talents and established stars in the league. Rakers remains a part of baseball history, emblematic of the hard-working players who contributed to their teams in less heralded roles, often overshadowed by more prominent figures but essential to the fabric of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 14 | 3.32 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4.15 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | BAL | AL | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 3.29 | -216.4 |
| 2007 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | BAL | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | BAL | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | SDP | NL | 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 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | BAL | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | BAL | P | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | SDN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | BAL | AL | $327,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $327,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | Edwardsville | IL | 1998, 1999 |