Caleb Thielbar
Born: 1/31/1987 in Northfield, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-05-20
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Caleb John Thielbar
Biography
Caleb Thielbar, born in 1987, is a professional baseball pitcher who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on May 20, 2013. Currently an active player, Thielbar showcases a career record of 23 wins and 12 losses, alongside an earned run average (ERA) of 3.38. With a total of 347 strikeouts and 4 saves to his name, he has established himself as a reliable and versatile option in the bullpen.
Thielbar's playing style is characterized by his ability to effectively manage high-pressure situations, often coming in as a key reliever to help secure victories for his team. As part of a competitive era in baseball, Thielbar continues to adapt to the evolving landscape of the game, where pitchers are increasingly expected to deliver in critical moments. His contributions to the mound reflect not only his skill but also his perseverance, making him a notable presence in contemporary baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 12 | 347 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 320.0 | 273 | 120 | 33 | 107 | 347 | 3.38 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIN | AL | 3 | 2 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 46.0 | 24 | 9 | 14 | 39 | 1.76 | 545.4 |
| 2014 | MIN | AL | 2 | 1 | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47.7 | 51 | 18 | 16 | 35 | 3.40 | 227.2 |
| 2015 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 5.40 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | MIN | AL | 2 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 | 14 | 5 | 9 | 22 | 2.25 | 1060.3 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 7 | 0 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 64.0 | 55 | 23 | 20 | 77 | 3.23 | 1294.6 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 4 | 3 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 59.3 | 51 | 23 | 18 | 80 | 3.49 | 2322.6 |
| 2023 | MIN | AL | 3 | 1 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.7 | 23 | 11 | 6 | 36 | 3.23 | -100.2 |
| 2024 | MIN | AL | 2 | 4 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 47.3 | 50 | 28 | 24 | 53 | 5.32 | -21.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 347 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIN | AL | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | MIN | AL | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | MIN | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | MIN | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | MIN | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | MIN | AL | 59 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ALDS2 | MIN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2023 | ALWC2 | MIN | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2020 | ALWC3 | 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 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3.38 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ALDS2 | MIN | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13.50 |
| 2023 | ALWC2 | MIN | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| 2020 | ALWC3 | MIN | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 347 | 0 | 14 | 28 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIN | P | 49 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | MIN | P | 54 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | MIN | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | MIN | P | 17 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | MIN | P | 59 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | MIN | P | 67 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | MIN | P | 36 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | MIN | P | 59 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 347 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | MIN | AL | $510,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $510,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota State University | Brookings | SD | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |