Brian Sweeney, baseball player, 2003-2010

Brian Sweeney

Born: 6/13/1974 in Yonkers, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 2003-08-16 | Final Game: 2010-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Brian Edward Sweeney

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Biography

Brian Sweeney was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2003 to 2010. Born in 1974, Sweeney made his Major League Baseball debut on August 16, 2003, and showcased a solid performance throughout his time in the league. He finished his career with a record of 4-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.38, demonstrating his effectiveness on the mound during a time when pitching was becoming increasingly specialized. Over the course of his career, Sweeney recorded 54 strikeouts and notched 2 saves, contributing to his teams not only as a starter but also as a reliable option in the bullpen. His ability to maintain a respectable ERA reflected his skill in navigating the challenges of the game, particularly in an era that saw a significant emphasis on offensive production. Though he may not have achieved the accolades of some of his contemporaries, Sweeney's tenure in Major League Baseball highlighted the importance of depth and versatility in a pitching staff, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for during his career. He retired on October 1, 2010, leaving behind a legacy of steadfastness on the mound.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
4 2 73 2 0 0 2 117.0 113 44 12 25 54 3.38 0

Career ERA 3.38 vs. league average 4.37 across their career seasons — 22.5% better 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
2003 SEA AL 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 9.3 7 2 1 7 1.93 4.40 (+56%) 0.0
2004 SDP NL 1 0 7 2 0 0 0 14.3 20 9 2 10 5.65 4.46 (-27%) -
2006 SDP NL 2 0 37 0 0 0 2 56.3 53 20 16 23 3.20 4.53 (+29%) -
2010 SEA AL 1 2 24 0 0 0 0 37.0 33 13 6 14 3.16 4.08 (+22%) -452.7

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
73 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .421 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.754 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
2003 SEA AL 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2004 SDP NL 7 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2006 SDP NL 37 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2010 SEA AL 24 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 73 2 8 19 0 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2003 SEA P 5 0 3 0 0 0
2004 SDN P 7 2 1 0 0 0
2006 SDN P 37 0 3 13 0 2
2010 SEA P 24 0 1 6 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 73

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2006 SDN NL $335,000
Total Career Earnings $335,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Mercy College Dobbs Ferry NY 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996