Dan Giese
Born: 5/19/1977 in Anaheim, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-09-08 | Final Game: 2009-05-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Daniel Joshua Giese
Biography
Dan Giese, born in 1977, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball from 2007 to 2009. He made his debut with the New York Yankees and later played for the Oakland Athletics. Giese's career was characterized by his versatility on the mound, as he was utilized in both starting and relief roles. Over the span of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 1-8 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.22, striking out a total of 47 batters.
Giese's time in the major leagues occurred during a transitional period for baseball, as the sport was shifting into a new era of analytics and player evaluation. While he did not achieve the same level of acclaim as some of his contemporaries, Giese's contributions to his teams, particularly in the role of a reliable arm in the bullpen, should not be overlooked. Despite finishing his major league career without a save, Giese's determination and work ethic were evident throughout his time in the league, leaving a lasting impression on those who played alongside him.
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 35 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SFN | P | 8 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | NYA | P | 20 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | OAK | P | 7 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 35 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego | San Diego | CA | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 |