Alex Hinshaw
| Alex Hinshaw | |
|---|---|
 Hinshaw with the San Francisco Giants | |
| Pitcher | |
| Born: October 31, 1982 Pomona, California, U.S. | |
Batted: Left Threw: Left | |
| MLB debut | |
| May 15, 2008, for the San Francisco Giants | |
| Last MLB appearance | |
| August 27, 2012, for the Chicago Cubs | |
| MLB statistics | |
| Win–loss record | 3–2 |
| Earned run average | 5.11 |
| Strikeouts | 85 |
| Teams | |
Alexander "Alex" Omar Hinshaw (born October 31, 1982) is an American former professional
Background
Hinshaw was born in California to an American father and Afghan mother.[1]
San Francisco Giants
Hinshaw was drafted by the
For the advanced Class A
San Diego Padres
Hinshaw signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres on December 1, 2011. He was designated for assignment on August 14, 2012,[2] and claimed off waivers by the Chicago Cubs on August 19. On October 6, 2012, Hinshaw elected free agency.[3] In 37 games with the Padres, Hinshaw had a 4.50 ERA while striking out 36 in 28 innings. In 2 games with the Cubs, Hinshaw had a 135.00 ERA, giving up 5 runs while recording 1 out.
Toronto Blue Jays
On November 21, 2012, the Toronto Blue Jays announced that Hinshaw had been signed to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.[4] Hinshaw started the 2013 season with the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons but encountered troubles with walks (17 in 11 innings pitched), and was released on May 10.[5]
Somerset Patriots
Hinshaw was signed by the Somerset Patriots of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball on May 31, 2013,[6] and released on June 13.
Bridgeport Bluefish
He was signed by the Bridgeport Bluefish, also of the Atlantic League, on June 22.[7]
Wichita Wingnuts
Hinshaw signed with the Wichita Wingnuts for the 2014 season.
References
- ^ "Blue Jays: Pitcher Hinshaw comes from exotic background: DiManno". Toronto Star. February 21, 2013. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
- ^ Mennella, Dan (2012-08-14). "Padres Designate Alex Hinshaw For Assignment: MLB Rumors". MLBTradeRumors.com. Retrieved 2012-08-20.
- ^ Creech, Edward (19 August 2012). "Cubs Claim Alex Hinshaw: MLB Rumors". MLBTradeRumors.com. Retrieved 2012-08-20.
- ^ "Blue Jays sign three more free agents". MiLB.com.
- ^ "Bisons open trip with a victory". The Buffalo News. May 11, 2013. p. D5.
- ^ "Somerset Patriots sign pitcher Alex Hinshaw". The Messenger-Gazette. May 31, 2013. Retrieved June 22, 2013.
- ^ Elliott, Rich (June 21, 2013). "Bluefish watch: Hinshaw to join Bridgeport". ctpost.com. Retrieved June 22, 2013.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors)