Devin Smeltzer, baseball player, 2019

Devin Smeltzer

Born: 9/7/1995 in Voorhees, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 2019-05-28

Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Devin Paul Smeltzer

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Biography

Devin Smeltzer, born in 1995, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2019 to 2022. Known for his poised demeanor on the mound and a versatile pitching style, Smeltzer showcased his abilities primarily with the Minnesota Twins. Over his career, he compiled a record of 9-5, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.32. Smeltzer demonstrated his capacity to strike out hitters, amassing a total of 112 strikeouts, while also contributing a save to his team’s efforts. Smeltzer's career unfolded during an era characterized by an increased emphasis on analytics and advanced pitching techniques, allowing him to adapt and compete effectively at the highest level. His performance in the MLB reflected a commitment to development and resilience, as he navigated the challenges of professional baseball. Though his time in the league was relatively brief, Smeltzer's contributions and experiences on the mound left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
9 5 43 20 0 0 1 162.3 166 78 30 41 112 4.32 0

Career ERA 4.32 vs. league average 4.28 across their career seasons — near 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
2019 MIN AL 2 2 11 6 0 0 1 49.0 50 21 12 38 3.86 4.51 (+14%) -94.5
2020 MIN AL 2 0 7 1 0 0 0 16.0 19 12 5 15 6.75 4.45 (-52%) 155.2
2021 MIN AL 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 4.7 1 0 1 3 0.00 — 0.0
2022 MIN AL 5 2 15 12 0 0 0 70.3 67 29 19 40 3.71 3.97 (+6%) -2252.2
2023 MIA NL 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 22.3 29 16 4 16 6.45 4.33 (-49%) -1480.6

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
43 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 Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2019 MIN AL 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2020 MIN AL 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2021 MIN AL 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2022 MIN AL 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2023 MIA NL 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2019 ALDS2 MIN 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
0 0 1 0 0 3.3 2 0 3 4 0.00

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2019 ALDS2 MIN 0 0 1 0 0 3.3 2 0 3 4 0.00

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 43 20 4 13 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2019 MIN P 11 6 0 3 0 0
2020 MIN P 7 1 1 4 0 0
2021 MIN P 1 0 1 0 0 0
2022 MIN P 15 12 1 4 1 0
2023 MIA P 9 1 1 2 0 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 43