Michael Roth
Born: 2/15/1990 in Greer, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-04-13 | Final Game: 2016-07-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Michael Thomas Roth
Biography
Michael Roth, born in 1990, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2013 to 2016. He made his Major League Baseball debut on April 13, 2013, and played until July 4, 2016. Roth was known for his left-handed pitching style, utilizing a diverse array of pitches to challenge hitters, which highlighted his adaptability on the mound during his time in the league.
Over the course of his career, Roth accumulated a record of 2-1 with an earned run average (ERA) of 8.5. He recorded a total of 29 strikeouts, demonstrating moments of effectiveness despite facing challenges on the field. While he did not earn any saves during his tenure, Roth's contributions as a pitcher were marked by his resilience and determination, characteristics that are often celebrated among players who navigate the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball. His journey reflects the struggles and triumphs of many athletes during the modern era of the sport, where the competition for roster spots is fierce and the demands of performance are ever-increasing.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.0 | 50 | 34 | 5 | 16 | 29 | 8.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 | 24 | 16 | 6 | 17 | 7.20 | 736.8 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.3 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 9 | 8.76 | -914.7 |
| 2016 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 14.73 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | TEX | AL | 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 | 23 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | LAA | P | 15 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | LAA | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 2016 | TEX | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 23 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina | Columbia | SC | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |