Brad Thomas
Born: 10/22/1977 in Sydney, NSW, Australia
MLB Debut: 2001-05-26 | Final Game: 2011-05-10
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 235 lbs
Full name: Bradley Richard Thomas
Biography
Brad Thomas was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2011. Born in 1977, he made his major league debut with the Minnesota Twins and later played for several other teams throughout his career. Over his time in the league, Thomas recorded a win-loss record of 6-6 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.8. Known for his competitive spirit on the mound, he amassed a total of 45 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to challenge batters despite not being recognized for saves during his career.
Thomas played during a dynamic era of baseball that was marked by offensive explosions and evolving pitching strategies. His journey through the league reflected the challenges faced by many pitchers during this time, as they adapted to a game increasingly dominated by powerful hitters. Although his career statistics may not place him among the elite pitchers of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for and his perseverance in the sport highlight the importance of role players in the broader context of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 72 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 104.0 | 127 | 67 | 12 | 53 | 45 | 5.80 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIN | AL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.3 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 6 | 9.37 | -2223.7 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 7.71 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16.88 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | DET | AL | 6 | 2 | 49 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69.3 | 77 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 3.89 | -548.1 |
| 2011 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 17 | 11 | 6 | 7 | 9.00 | -248.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIN | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | DET | AL | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | DET | AL | 12 | 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 | 7 | 3 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIN | P | 5 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | MIN | P | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIN | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | DET | P | 49 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | DET | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 72 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | DET | AL | $800,000 |
| 2010 | DET | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,100,000 | ||