Devin Smeltzer
Born: 9/7/1995 in Voorhees, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 2019-05-28 | Final Game: 2022-08-28
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Devin Paul Smeltzer
Biography
Devin Smeltzer, born in 1995, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2019 to 2022. Known for his poised demeanor on the mound and a versatile pitching style, Smeltzer showcased his abilities primarily with the Minnesota Twins. Over his career, he compiled a record of 9-5, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.32. Smeltzer demonstrated his capacity to strike out hitters, amassing a total of 112 strikeouts, while also contributing a save to his teamโs efforts.
Smeltzer's career unfolded during an era characterized by an increased emphasis on analytics and advanced pitching techniques, allowing him to adapt and compete effectively at the highest level. His performance in the MLB reflected a commitment to development and resilience, as he navigated the challenges of professional baseball. Though his time in the league was relatively brief, Smeltzer's contributions and experiences on the mound left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 5 | 43 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 162.3 | 166 | 78 | 30 | 41 | 112 | 4.32 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | MIN | AL | 2 | 2 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 49.0 | 50 | 21 | 12 | 38 | 3.86 | -94.5 |
| 2020 | MIN | AL | 2 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.0 | 19 | 12 | 5 | 15 | 6.75 | 155.2 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 5 | 2 | 15 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.3 | 67 | 29 | 19 | 40 | 3.71 | -2252.2 |
| 2023 | MIA | NL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.3 | 29 | 16 | 4 | 16 | 6.45 | -1480.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | MIN | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | MIN | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | MIA | NL | 9 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | ALDS2 | MIN | 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 | 3.3 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | ALDS2 | MIN | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 43 | 20 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | MIN | P | 11 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | MIN | P | 7 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | MIN | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | MIN | P | 15 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | MIA | P | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 43 |