Ben Sheets
Born: 7/18/1978 in Baton Rouge, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-04-05 | Final Game: 2012-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Ben M. Sheets
Biography
Ben Sheets, born in 1978, was a notable Major League Baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2001 to 2012. Known for his powerful fastball and sharp breaking pitches, Sheets made a significant impact on the mound during his tenure, particularly with the Milwaukee Brewers. He finished his career with a record of 94-96 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.78, showcasing his ability to compete effectively in the challenging landscape of professional baseball.
Sheets was selected as an All-Star four times, highlighting his excellence and consistency throughout his career. He was recognized early on as the Rookie of the Month, further establishing his potential as a prominent pitcher in the league. Over his career, he accumulated 1,325 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to dominate opposing hitters. Although he never recorded a save, Sheets' contributions to his teams were significant, particularly during a period when pitching was highly competitive, and the game was evolving with an emphasis on strikeouts and power pitching. His legacy is remembered among fans and analysts alike as a skilled athlete who made his mark during the early 2000s in Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 96 | 250 | 250 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 1596.7 | 1577 | 670 | 184 | 369 | 1325 | 3.78 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIL | NL | 11 | 10 | 25 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 151.3 | 166 | 80 | 48 | 94 | 4.76 | -1621.9 |
| 2002 | MIL | NL | 11 | 16 | 34 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 216.7 | 237 | 100 | 70 | 170 | 4.15 | 2928.3 |
| 2003 | MIL | NL | 11 | 13 | 34 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 220.7 | 232 | 109 | 43 | 157 | 4.45 | 2402.2 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 12 | 14 | 34 | 34 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 237.0 | 201 | 71 | 32 | 264 | 2.70 | 11286.0 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 10 | 9 | 22 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 156.7 | 142 | 58 | 25 | 141 | 3.33 | 3951.2 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 6 | 7 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 106.0 | 105 | 45 | 11 | 116 | 3.82 | 5678.4 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 12 | 5 | 24 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 141.3 | 138 | 60 | 37 | 106 | 3.82 | 1320.6 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | 13 | 9 | 31 | 31 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 198.3 | 181 | 68 | 47 | 158 | 3.09 | 4875.4 |
| 2010 | OAK | AL | 4 | 9 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 119.3 | 123 | 60 | 43 | 84 | 4.53 | -1935.8 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | 4 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.3 | 52 | 19 | 13 | 35 | 3.47 | -116.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 | 449 | 12 | 34 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 19 | 212 | 0.076 | 0.113 | 0.082 | 0.196 | -3220.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIL | NL | 25 | 42 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 29 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | MIL | NL | 34 | 68 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 39 | 0.088 | -802.6 |
| 2003 | MIL | NL | 34 | 66 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 0.076 | -900.9 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 34 | 67 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 22 | 0.134 | -667.3 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 22 | 45 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0.022 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 17 | 33 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0.030 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 24 | 45 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | 31 | 67 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 0.075 | -849.7 |
| 2010 | OAK | AL | 20 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | 9 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 250 | 250 | 115 | 159 | 15 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIL | P | 25 | 25 | 10 | 24 | 2 | 2 |
| 2002 | MIL | P | 34 | 34 | 28 | 36 | 1 | 6 |
| 2003 | MIL | P | 34 | 34 | 22 | 19 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIL | P | 34 | 34 | 14 | 23 | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 | MIL | P | 22 | 22 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 2006 | MIL | P | 17 | 17 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | MIL | P | 24 | 24 | 9 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | MIL | P | 31 | 31 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 | OAK | P | 20 | 20 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| 2012 | ATL | P | 9 | 9 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 250 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Pitcher of the Month | June |
| 2004 | Player of the Week | Week of 2004-05-15 |
| 2001 | Rookie of the Month | June |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | OAK | AL | $10,000,000 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | $12,125,000 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | $11,125,000 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | $9,625,000 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | $6,000,000 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | $2,425,000 |
| 2003 | MIL | NL | $428,000 |
| 2002 | MIL | NL | $290,000 |
| 2001 | MIL | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $52,218,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Louisiana at Monroe | Monroe | LA | 1997, 1998, 1999 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Cy Young Award | NL | 8th | 1.0 | 160 | 0 |