Adam Plutko, baseball player, 2016-2021

Adam Plutko

Born: 10/3/1991 in Upland, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2016-09-24 | Final Game: 2021-08-14

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Adam Gregory Plutko

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Biography

Adam Plutko, born in 1991, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2016 to 2021. He made his Major League Baseball debut with the Cleveland Indians and later played for the team until his retirement. Over the course of his career, Plutko compiled a record of 14-14, showcasing his competitive spirit and resilience on the mound. He finished with a 5.39 earned run average (ERA) and struck out 200 batters, demonstrating his ability to miss bats and compete at a high level despite the challenges he faced. Known for his tenacity and a diverse pitching arsenal, Plutko contributed to his teams not only as a starter but also in relief, recording three saves during his time in the league. His playing career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball characterized by advanced analytics and an emphasis on strikeouts, and Plutko's skill set reflected the evolving nature of pitching strategies. His journey through the majors offered fans a glimpse into the life of a dedicated athlete who navigated the ups and downs of professional baseball, leaving a mark as a reliable pitcher during his tenure.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
14 14 88 37 0 0 3 273.7 293 164 66 85 200 5.39 0

Career ERA 5.39 vs. league average 4.29 across their career seasons — 25.7% 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
2016 CLE AL 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 3.7 5 3 2 3 7.36 — 0.0
2018 CLE AL 4 5 17 12 0 0 1 76.7 78 45 23 60 5.28 4.15 (-27%) -3789.8
2019 CLE AL 7 5 21 20 0 0 0 109.3 115 59 26 78 4.86 4.51 (-8%) -2015.7
2020 CLE AL 2 2 10 4 0 0 1 27.7 30 15 7 15 4.88 4.45 (-10%) -605.6
2021 BAL AL 1 2 38 1 0 0 1 56.3 65 42 27 44 6.71 4.27 (-57%) -4078.9

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
88 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .249 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .418 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.738 across their career seasons — 100.0% 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
2016 CLE AL 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2018 CLE AL 17 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2019 CLE AL 21 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2020 CLE AL 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2021 BAL AL 38 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 88 37 17 19 2 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2016 CLE P 2 0 0 1 0 0
2018 CLE P 17 12 3 7 0 0
2019 CLE P 21 20 10 2 2 0
2020 CLE P 10 4 1 4 0 1
2021 BAL P 38 1 3 5 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 88