Cory Rasmus
Born: 11/6/1987 in Columbus, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-05-22 | Final Game: 2016-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Cory Taylor Rasmus
Biography
Cory Rasmus, born in 1987, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2016. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Rasmus made his mark primarily with the Los Angeles Angels and Atlanta Braves. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 4-5 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.17. He struck out 121 batters, showcasing his ability to miss bats and compete effectively at the highest level.
Rasmus's playing career unfolded during an era characterized by a blend of emerging talent and seasoned veterans, as teams increasingly relied on specialized pitchers to navigate the complexities of modern hitting. Although he did not register any saves, Rasmus contributed to his teams as both a starter and a reliever, embodying the adaptability required of pitchers in the contemporary game. His journey through the league highlighted the challenges and triumphs faced by many players striving to establish themselves in professional baseball. After concluding his playing career on October 1, 2016, Rasmus remained a part of the baseball community, reflecting the dedication and passion that defined his time in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 84 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 123.0 | 106 | 57 | 18 | 57 | 121 | 4.17 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | ATL | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 8.10 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 16 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 4.20 | -394.6 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 3 | 2 | 30 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 56.0 | 42 | 16 | 17 | 57 | 2.57 | 811.0 |
| 2015 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.7 | 15 | 12 | 11 | 27 | 5.23 | -97.7 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 0 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 25 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 5.84 | -1087.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | ATL | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | LAA | AL | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ALDS1 | LAA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ALDS1 | LAA | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 84 | 8 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | ATL | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | LAA | P | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | LAA | P | 30 | 6 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | LAA | P | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | LAA | P | 19 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 84 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | LAA | AL | $514,500 |
| 2015 | LAA | AL | $513,000 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | $501,250 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,528,750 | ||