David Buchanan, baseball player, 2014

David Buchanan

Born: 5/11/1989 in Atlanta, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 2014-05-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: David Andrew Buchanan

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Biography

David Buchanan, born in 1989, is an active professional baseball pitcher who has been making his mark in Major League Baseball since his debut on May 24, 2014. Known for his reliable presence on the mound, Buchanan has compiled a career record of 8-17 and maintains a 4.97 ERA, reflecting both the challenges and triumphs he has faced throughout his career. With a total of 116 strikeouts, he demonstrates his ability to challenge hitters and contribute to his team's pitching staff. Buchanan's playing style showcases a blend of determination and skill, as he navigates the competitive landscape of baseball in the modern era. As he continues his career, he remains an important figure for his team, embodying the perseverance and dedication that are hallmarks of professional athletes. His journey through the league illustrates the ongoing evolution of pitching strategies and the importance of adaptability in a sport that is constantly changing. As an active player, David Buchanan continues to aim for personal growth and team success, leaving his mark on the game he loves.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
8 17 36 35 0 0 0 195.7 231 108 24 63 116 4.97 0

Career ERA 4.97 vs. league average 3.93 across their career seasons — 26.5% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
2014 PHI NL 6 8 20 20 0 0 0 117.7 120 49 32 71 3.75 3.74 (avg) -1598.1
2015 PHI NL 2 9 15 15 0 0 0 74.7 109 58 29 44 6.99 3.96 (-76%) -2593.8
2024 CIN NL 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 3.3 2 1 2 1 2.70 — 0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
36 50 4 7 2 0 0 3 0 6 18 0.140 0.232 0.180 0.412 0.0

Career AVG .140 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — 43.9% below league average.

Career OBP .232 vs. league average .314 across their career seasons — 26.1% below league average.

Career SLG .180 vs. league average .397 across their career seasons — 54.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.412 vs. league average 0.711 across their career seasons — 42.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2014 PHI NL 20 30 2 3 1 0 0 2 0 4 10 0.100 — — — — 0.0
2015 PHI NL 15 20 2 4 1 0 0 1 0 2 8 0.200 — — — — 0.0
2024 CIN NL 1 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 36 35 13 19 4 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2014 PHI P 20 20 11 14 3 0
2015 PHI P 15 15 2 5 1 2
2024 CIN P 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 36

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2015 PHI NL $512,500
Total Career Earnings $512,500