Drew VerHagen
Born: 10/22/1990 in Royse City, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2014-07-19 | Final Game: 2022-07-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Drew Edward VerHagen
Biography
Drew VerHagen was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2014 to 2022. Born in 1990, VerHagen made his debut on July 19, 2014, and established himself as a reliable arm in the bullpen and rotation during his career. Over the course of his time in the league, he compiled a win-loss record of 18-12 and finished with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.98. He recorded a total of 234 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats and contribute to his team's efforts on the mound.
VerHagen's career unfolded during a period marked by an increasing emphasis on high-velocity pitching and specialized roles within bullpens. Although he did not record any saves, he was known for his versatility, often filling various roles as needed, whether as a starter or a reliever. His journey in baseball reflected the evolving nature of pitching strategy in the modern game, as he adapted to the demands of different teams and coaching philosophies. After a notable career, VerHagen retired from professional baseball on July 14, 2022, leaving behind a legacy as a determined competitor in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 12 | 206 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 281.7 | 288 | 156 | 43 | 115 | 234 | 4.98 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5.40 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 2 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.3 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 13 | 2.05 | -256.4 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 28 | 15 | 7 | 10 | 7.11 | -581.7 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 0 | 3 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.3 | 42 | 22 | 9 | 25 | 5.77 | -1656.3 |
| 2018 | DET | AL | 3 | 3 | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 56.3 | 46 | 29 | 19 | 53 | 4.63 | 446.9 |
| 2019 | DET | AL | 4 | 3 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 58.0 | 70 | 38 | 23 | 51 | 5.90 | -534.4 |
| 2022 | STL | NL | 3 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.7 | 27 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 6.65 | - |
| 2023 | STL | NL | 5 | 1 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 61.0 | 52 | 27 | 26 | 60 | 3.98 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 206 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | DET | AL | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | DET | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2022 | STL | NL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | STL | NL | 60 | 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 | 206 | 8 | 10 | 32 | 0 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | DET | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | DET | P | 20 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | DET | P | 19 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | DET | P | 24 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | DET | P | 41 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | DET | P | 22 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | SLN | P | 19 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | SLN | P | 60 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 206 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | DET | AL | $509,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $509,500 | ||