Ryan Weber
Ryan Weber | |
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![]() Weber pitching for the Atlanta Braves in 2016 | |
Boston Red Sox – No. 65 | |
Pitcher | |
Born: St. Petersburg, Florida | August 12, 1990|
Bats: Right Throws: Right | |
MLB debut | |
September 8, 2015, for the Atlanta Braves | |
MLB statistics (through August 11, 2019) | |
Win–loss record | 2–7 |
Earned run average | 4.82 |
Strikeouts | 64 |
Teams | |
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James Ryan Weber (born August 12, 1990) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Boston Red Sox of Major League Baseball (MLB). He previously played in MLB for the Atlanta Braves, Seattle Mariners and Tampa Bay Rays. Listed at 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) and 180 pounds (82 kg), he throws and bats right-handed.
Career
Weber was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 12th round of the 2008 Major League Baseball draft out of Clearwater Central Catholic High School in Clearwater, Florida. He did not sign, and attended St. Petersburg College in St. Petersburg, Florida. He was then drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 22nd round of the 2009 MLB draft and signed.[1] Weber was a 2016 inductee of his high school's athletic hall of fame.[2]
Atlanta Braves
From 2009 through 2014, Weber pitched in the lower levels of Atlanta's farm system, reaching the Double-A level in 2014.
Weber began the 2015 season with the Double-A Mississippi Braves. He was later promoted to Triple-A Gwinnett, and began pitching games as a starter in late August.[3] Weber was called up to the majors for the first time on September 8, 2015, to start in place of Matt Wisler, who had been forced to pitch in relief two days prior, and subsequently missed his turn in the rotation.[4] Weber threw six innings against the Philadelphia Phillies, yielding two runs and four hits on 76 pitches.[5] Overall with the 2015 Braves, Weber made five appearances (all starts), compiling an 0–3 record and 4.76 ERA.
Weber was invited to spring training in 2016, and was sent to Gwinnett to start the season.[6] At both the major and minor league levels, Weber pitched primarily in relief.[7] He was recalled on April 18, after the team placed Gordon Beckham on the disabled list.[8] Weber made three appearances and recorded a 10.57 ERA before returning to the minors on April 27.[9] Jason Grilli was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays on May 31, and Weber was recalled again.[10] Three days later, Weber was returned to Gwinnett.[11] After a ten-day stint in the minors, Weber was recalled on June 13, only to be optioned the next day.[12][13] Weber was recalled as an extra reliever and took struggling starter Matt Wisler's roster spot on July 31.[14] On August 3, Weber was replaced with reliever Brandon Cunniff,[15] only to be recalled on August 13.[16] Overall with the 2016 Braves, Weber made 16 appearances (two starts), compiling a 1–1 record and 5.45 ERA.
Seattle Mariners
On November 2, 2016, Weber was claimed off waivers by the Seattle Mariners.[17] He was designated for assignment by the Mariners on November 28,[18] and outrighted to Triple-A on December 2.[19] His contract was selected on May 13, 2017, so that he could make a start against the Toronto Blue Jays.[20] Weber was placed on the disabled list the next day. Overall with the 2017 Mariners, Weber made a single appearance, allowing one run in 3+2⁄3 innings pitched.
Tampa Bay Rays
On January 26, 2018, Weber signed a minor league contract with the Tampa Bay Rays.[21] He was called up by the Rays on April 9, 2018, and was designated for assignment on April 13. He was called back up on May 13, designated for assignment again on July 14, and was outrighted on July 22. Overall with the 2018 Rays, Weber made two appearances, both in relief, allowing three earned runs in 5+1⁄3 innings. Weber elected free agency on October 2, 2018.[22]
Boston Red Sox
On December 21, 2018, Weber signed a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox.[23] On May 6, 2019, the Red Sox called up Weber from the Triple-A Pawtucket Red Sox when David Price was placed on the injured list.[24] Weber made his first appearance with Boston that day, pitching four innings of scoreless relief against the Baltimore Orioles.[25] On May 23, Weber earned his first win as a starting pitcher, holding Toronto to one run on three hits in six innings.[26] He was optioned back to Pawtucket on June 7,[27] recalled to Boston on July 15, and optioned back on July 20.[28] He was again recalled to Boston on August 4.[29]
References
- ^ Putnam, Bob (July 31, 2009). "Former Clearwater Central Catholic star Ryan Weber signs wth [sic] Braves". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved September 8, 2015.
- ^ "Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony" (PDF). Clearwater, Florida: Clearwater Central Catholic High School. January 13, 2017. Retrieved May 6, 2019.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (February 27, 2016). "Weber uses underdog status as motivation". MLB.com. Retrieved February 28, 2016.
- ^ O'Brien, David (September 7, 2015). "Braves pitcher Ryan Weber gets start Tuesday in MLB debut". Atlanta Journal Constitution. Retrieved February 28, 2016.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (September 8, 2015). "Weber makes good 1st impression for Atlanta". MLB.com. Retrieved February 28, 2016.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (March 26, 2016). "Lefty Krol among 4 Braves sent to Minor Leagues". MLB.com. Retrieved April 18, 2016.
- ^ Knobler, Danny (September 19, 2016). "Off strong relief effort, Weber earns start for Braves". MLB.com. Retrieved September 20, 2016.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (April 18, 2016). "Braves place Beckham on DL, call up Weber". MLB.com. Retrieved April 18, 2016.
- ^ Mullen, Maureen (April 27, 2016). "Braves call up Gant, option Weber to Triple-A". MLB.com. Retrieved June 1, 2016.
- ^ James, Pat (May 31, 2016). "Versatility allows Braves to keep extra pitcher". MLB.com. Retrieved June 1, 2016.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (June 3, 2016). "Braves activate Johnson from DL, option Weber". MLB.com. Retrieved September 19, 2016.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (June 13, 2016). "O'Flaherty placed on DL with right knee strain". MLB.com. Retrieved September 20, 2016.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (June 14, 2016). "MRI shows no damage to Simmons' shoulder". MLB.com. Retrieved September 20, 2016.
- ^ O'Brien, David (July 31, 2016). "Braves playing with two handfuls of relievers (10!) for now". Atlanta Journal Constitution. Retrieved September 20, 2016.
- ^ Henry, George (August 4, 2016). "Locke blows 4-run lead, Pirates lose to Braves". Washington Times. Associated Press. Retrieved September 20, 2016.
- ^ Bowman, Mark (August 13, 2016). "Withrow could be on verge of joining bullpen". MLB.com. Retrieved September 20, 2016.
- ^ Dutton, Bob (November 2, 2016). "Mariners acquire pitcher from Atlanta in a series of roster moves". The News Tribune. Retrieved January 8, 2016.
- ^ "Mariners acquire righties Whalen, Povse from Braves". MLB.com. November 28, 2016. Retrieved November 28, 2016.
- ^ Johns, Greg (December 2, 2016). "RHP Weber outrighted to Triple-A Tacoma". MLB.com. Retrieved January 8, 2016.
- ^ Wilmoth, Charlie (May 13, 2017). "Mariners Designate Jean Machi For Assignment, Select Ryan Weber's Contract". Retrieved May 13, 2017.
- ^ Adams, Steve (January 26, 2018). "Minor MLB Transactions: 1/26/18". MLB Trade Rumors. Retrieved January 26, 2018.
- ^ Todd, Jeff (October 8, 2018). "Players Electing Free Agency". MLB Trade Rumors. Retrieved October 9, 2018.
- ^ Cotillo, Chris (2018-12-21). "Boston Red Sox sign Ryan Weber to minor-league deal". MassLive.com. Retrieved 2018-12-21.
- ^ "Red Sox Roster & Staff – Transactions". MLB.com. May 2019. Retrieved May 6, 2019.
- ^ "Red Sox vs. Orioles - Box Score". ESPN. May 6, 2019. Retrieved May 6, 2019.
- ^ "Red Sox vs. Blue Jays - Game Recap". ESPN. Associated Press. May 23, 2019. Retrieved May 23, 2019.
- ^ "Red Sox Roster & Staff – Transactions". MLB.com. June 2019. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
- ^ "Red Sox Roster & Staff – Transactions". MLB.com. July 2019. Retrieved July 20, 2019.
- ^ "Red Sox Roster & Staff – Transactions". MLB.com. August 2019. Retrieved August 4, 2019.
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- Weber pitching for his high school in 2008 via YouTube
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