Aaron Heilman
Aaron Heilman | |
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Pitcher | |
Born: Logansport, Indiana, U.S. | November 12, 1978|
Batted: Right Threw: Right | |
MLB debut | |
June 26, 2003, for the New York Mets | |
Last MLB appearance | |
July 15, 2011, for the Arizona Diamondbacks | |
MLB statistics | |
Win–loss record | 35–46 |
Earned run average | 4.40 |
Strikeouts | 548 |
Teams | |
Aaron Michael Heilman (born November 12, 1978) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. Heilman was drafted by the New York Mets out of Notre Dame in 2001. He came up through the Mets system as a starting pitcher, but was converted to a relief pitcher in 2005.
High school years
Heilman was born in Logansport, Indiana and attended Logansport High School,[1] where he was a letterman in baseball. As a senior, he was a team M.V.P. and an All-State selection. Heilman graduated from Logansport High School in 1997.[1]
College career
After a successful college career at the University of Notre Dame, he was selected by the New York Mets in the first round of the 2001 amateur draft with the 18th overall pick. Heilman was a management information systems and philosophy major in the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame.
He was drafted by the
Major League Baseball career
New York Mets
Heilman was selected by the Mets in the first round (18th overall) of the
Heilman made his major league debut at
In Game 7 of the 2006 National League Championship Series, Heilman surrendered a tie-breaking, two-run home run in the top of the ninth inning to Yadier Molina of the St. Louis Cardinals, putting St. Louis ahead 3–1. St. Louis would hold on to the lead to win the National League pennant, while Heilman suffered the loss for the Mets.
Seattle Mariners
After a dismal 2008 season, Heilman was traded to the Seattle Mariners in a three team trade for J. J. Putz.[2]
Chicago Cubs
On January 28, 2009, the Mariners traded him to the Chicago Cubs for Ronny Cedeño and Garrett Olson.[3]
Arizona Diamondbacks
On November 19, 2009, Heilman was acquired by the
He re-signed with them on January 18, 2011. He was expected to compete for a spot in the starting rotation.[4] He was released on July 19, 2011.[5]
Philadelphia Phillies
The
Pittsburgh Pirates
Heilman signed a minor league contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 21, 2011, and was assigned to the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians.[8] He elected free agency on November 2, 2011.
Seattle Mariners
Heilman signed a minor league contract with the Seattle Mariners on January 10, 2012, with an invite to Spring Training.[9] He was released on April 1.
Texas Rangers
Heilman signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers on April 4, 2012, and was assigned to the Triple-A Round Rock Express. He elected free agency on November 2, 2012.
References
- ^ a b "Player File". MLB.com. Archived from the original on 25 January 2009. Retrieved 2009-01-28.
- ^ Press Release (2009-12-11). "Mariners announce three-team, 12-player trade with Mets and Indians". MLB.com. Archived from the original on 2009-05-11. Retrieved 2009-01-28.
- ^ "Cubs acquire Heilman from Mariners". MLB.com. 2009-01-28. Archived from the original on 3 February 2009. Retrieved 2009-01-28.
- ^ Gilbert, Steve (2011-01-18). "Heilman returns to D-Backs with eye on rotation". MLB.com. Archived from the original on 2012-04-06. Retrieved 2011-01-19.
- ^ Gleeman, Aaron (19 July 2011). "Diamondbacks cut ties with veteran reliever Aaron Heilman". NBC Sports. Retrieved 19 July 2011.
- ^ Todd Zolecki blog for mlb.com Retrieved 2011-07-21
- ^ Adams, Steve. "Phillies Release Cust, Heilman". MLBTradeRumors.com. Retrieved 20 August 2011.
- ^ Adams, Steve. "Pirates Sign Aaron Heilman". MLBTradeRumors.com. Retrieved 21 August 2011.
- ^ Johns, Greg (January 10, 2012). "Right-handed reliever Aaron Heilman back with Mariners on Minor League deal". Mariners.com.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors), or Retrosheet