Nick Tepesch
Born: 10/12/1988 in Kansas City, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-04-09 | Final Game: 2017-08-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 240 lbs
Full name: Nicholas James Tepesch
Biography
Nick Tepesch was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2013 to 2017. Born in 1988, he made his debut with the Texas Rangers on April 9, 2013. Tepesch established himself as a reliable arm during his time in the league, showcasing a blend of control and durability on the mound. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 10-20 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.71. He struck out 144 batters, contributing to his team's efforts and providing crucial innings during his appearances.
Tepesch's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by a focus on analytics and the increasing importance of pitching depth in franchises. Although he did not achieve a high number of saves in his career—finishing with none—his role as a starter and middle reliever was significant in providing teams with stability. His journey through MLB reflected the challenges many pitchers faced during this era, offering insight into the evolving strategies of team management and player development. After his retirement, Tepesch remained a part of the baseball community, remembered for his contributions on the field and his perseverance through the ups and downs of a professional career.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 20 | 47 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 238.7 | 257 | 125 | 34 | 80 | 144 | 4.71 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | TEX | AL | 4 | 6 | 19 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 93.0 | 100 | 50 | 27 | 76 | 4.84 | -763.4 |
| 2014 | TEX | AL | 5 | 11 | 23 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 126.0 | 128 | 61 | 44 | 56 | 4.36 | -4086.9 |
| 2016 | LAD | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 11.25 | - |
| 2017 | MIN | AL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5.40 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | TOR | AL | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 17 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 5.14 | -1609.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | TEX | AL | 19 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | TEX | AL | 23 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | LAD | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | MIN | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | TOR | AL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 47 | 44 | 17 | 29 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | TEX | P | 19 | 17 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | TEX | P | 23 | 22 | 6 | 18 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | LAN | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | MIN | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | TOR | P | 3 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 47 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri Columbia | Columbia | MO | 2008, 2009, 2010 |