Bobby Seay
Born: 6/20/1978 in Sarasota, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-08-14 | Final Game: 2009-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 221 lbs
Full name: Robert Michael Seay
Biography
Bobby Seay, born in 1978, was a professional baseball pitcher who made a significant impact during his career from 2001 to 2009. Known for his left-handed delivery and ability to come out of the bullpen, Seay played in the Major Leagues for teams such as the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and the Detroit Tigers. Over his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 11-6 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.16, showcasing his capability to contribute effectively in high-pressure situations.
Seay's career was marked by his ability to strike out hitters, as evidenced by his total of 190 strikeouts. While he secured just one save throughout his tenure, his role primarily focused on middle relief, where he was often called upon to navigate challenging matchups against opposing batters. As a product of the early 2000s, Seay participated in a league that was evolving with the introduction of new training regimens and analytics, which influenced pitching strategies and player development. His contributions to his teams during this era highlight the importance of versatile pitchers in modern baseball. Seay's legacy remains a testament to the dedication and skill required to succeed at the highest levels of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 6 | 261 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 223.0 | 216 | 103 | 17 | 90 | 190 | 4.16 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 12 | 6.23 | - |
| 2003 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 3.00 | - |
| 2004 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 21 | 6 | 5 | 17 | 2.38 | - |
| 2005 | COL | NL | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 18 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 8.49 | -655.9 |
| 2006 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 6.46 | -96.3 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | 3 | 0 | 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 46.3 | 38 | 12 | 15 | 38 | 2.33 | 1745.3 |
| 2008 | DET | AL | 1 | 2 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 56.3 | 59 | 28 | 25 | 58 | 4.47 | 1268.0 |
| 2009 | DET | AL | 6 | 3 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48.7 | 46 | 23 | 17 | 37 | 4.25 | 873.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 261 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | TBR | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TBR | AL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | COL | NL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | DET | AL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | 58 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | DET | AL | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | DET | AL | 67 | 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 | 261 | 0 | 9 | 25 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TBA | P | 12 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | TBA | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TBA | P | 21 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | COL | P | 17 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | DET | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | DET | P | 58 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | DET | P | 60 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | DET | P | 67 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 261 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | DET | AL | $2,475,000 |
| 2009 | DET | AL | $1,300,000 |
| 2008 | DET | AL | $780,000 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | $450,000 |
| 2006 | DET | AL | $375,000 |
| 2005 | TBA | AL | $325,000 |
| 2003 | TBA | AL | $300,000 |
| 2002 | TBA | AL | $202,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,207,000 | ||