Jeremy Sowers
Born: 5/17/1983 in St. Clairsville, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-06-25 | Final Game: 2009-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Jeremy Bryan Sowers
Biography
Jeremy Sowers, born in 1983, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2006 to 2009. He made his debut with the Cleveland Indians on June 25, 2006, and showcased his skills as a left-handed pitcher during his tenure in the league. Sowers was known for his ability to command the strike zone and induce ground balls, which was particularly valuable in an era characterized by an emphasis on power hitting. Despite facing challenges in his career, he finished with a record of 18 wins and 30 losses, an earned run average (ERA) of 5.17, and a total of 174 strikeouts.
Sowers' career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the integration of advanced analytics and a growing focus on pitcher health and durability. Although he did not secure any saves, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, particularly in the context of a Cleveland pitching staff that sought to develop young talent. After his final appearance on October 2, 2009, Sowers left a legacy as a player who embodied the resilience and determination required to compete at the highest level of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 30 | 72 | 71 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 400.0 | 444 | 230 | 49 | 132 | 174 | 5.17 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | CLE | AL | 7 | 4 | 14 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 88.3 | 85 | 35 | 20 | 35 | 3.57 | -104.2 |
| 2007 | CLE | AL | 1 | 6 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 67.3 | 84 | 48 | 21 | 24 | 6.42 | -1874.2 |
| 2008 | CLE | AL | 4 | 9 | 22 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 121.0 | 141 | 75 | 39 | 64 | 5.58 | -2249.5 |
| 2009 | CLE | AL | 6 | 11 | 23 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 123.3 | 134 | 72 | 52 | 51 | 5.25 | -1408.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.250 | 0.750 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | CLE | AL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | CLE | AL | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | CLE | AL | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | CLE | AL | 23 | 2 | 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 | 72 | 71 | 17 | 52 | 3 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | CLE | P | 14 | 14 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | CLE | P | 13 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 | CLE | P | 22 | 22 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 2 |
| 2009 | CLE | P | 23 | 22 | 1 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 72 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | CLE | AL | $384,800 |
| Total Career Earnings | $384,800 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville | TN | 2002, 2003, 2004 |