Mike Bolsinger
Mike Bolsinger | |
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![]() Bolsinger with the Los Angeles Dodgers | |
Pitcher | |
Born: McKinney, Texas, U.S. | January 29, 1988|
Batted: Right Threw: Right | |
Professional debut | |
MLB: April 14, 2014, for the Arizona Diamondbacks | |
NPB: March 31, 2018, for the Chiba Lotte Marines | |
Last appearance | |
MLB: August 4, 2017, for the Toronto Blue Jays | |
NPB: September 20, 2019, for the Chiba Lotte Marines | |
MLB statistics | |
Win–loss record | 8–19 |
Earned run average | 4.92 |
Strikeouts | 210 |
NPB statistics | |
Win–loss record | 17–8 |
Earned run average | 3.79 |
Strikeouts | 170 |
Teams | |
Career highlights and awards | |
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Michael P. Bolsinger (born January 29, 1988) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Toronto Blue Jays and for the Chiba Lotte Marines of Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB).
Early life
Bolsinger graduated from
Bolsinger played in the
Professional career
Arizona Diamondbacks
Bolsinger was drafted by the
Bolsinger began the 2013 season with nine appearances for Mobile, six of which were starts, and pitched to a 4–0 record, 2.51 ERA, and 31 strikeouts when he was promoted to Reno. Bolsinger would make 17 starts for Reno, and post a 7–7 win–loss record, 4.72 ERA.[12]
Bolsinger was called up to the majors for the first time on April 14, 2014.[13] He pitched three innings of relief that day against the New York Mets, while allowing six hits and two runs.[14] He got his first Major League start on April 19 against the Los Angeles Dodgers and allowed seven runs in four innings to take the loss and recorded his first win when he worked 6.2 innings against the Chicago Cubs on April 24.[15] That was his only win however as he went 1–6 with a 5.50 ERA in 10 games (nine starts) for the Diamondbacks in 2014.[11] He also made 16 starts for Reno and was 8–3 with a 3.93 ERA.[12] He was designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks on November 20, 2014.[16]
Los Angeles Dodgers
Bolsinger was traded to the
Toronto Blue Jays
On August 1, 2016, the Dodgers traded Bolsinger to the
Chiba Lotte Marines
On December 13, 2017, Bolsinger signed with the Chiba Lotte Marines of Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB).[32] He was selected to the 2018 NPB All-Star game.[33] Bolsinger finished the 2018 campaign with a 13–2 record and 3.06 ERA with 84 strikeouts in 117.2 innings pitched. On January 9, 2019, he re-signed with the Marines.[34] Bolsinger worked to a 5–6 record and 4.42 ERA in 23 appearances in 2019. On November 30, the Marines announced Bolsinger would not return for the next season.[35] On December 2, 2019, he became a free agent.[36] In his two seasons for the Mariners, Bolsinger had a 17–8 record with a 3.79 ERA and 170 strikeouts.
Long Island Ducks
On March 16, 2021, Bolsinger signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.[37] Bolsinger pitched in 15 games for the Ducks, logging a 1–4 record and 5.31 ERA with 37 strikeouts. He became a free agent following the season.
Post-playing career
In September 2021, Bolsinger joined Millsaps College as a coach for the baseball team.[38]
Houston Astros lawsuit
In February 2020, following MLB's findings in the Houston Astros sign stealing scandal, Bolsinger filed a lawsuit against the Houston Astros for personal damages to his career. Additionally, he is demanding that the Astros donate their $31 million in 2017 postseason bonuses to charity.[39] Bolsinger authored an opinion article in The Washington Post explaining his reason for suing the Astros.[40] Curiously, he filed the lawsuit in California despite there being no connection between Bolsinger, the Astros, or California. Judge David Cowan of the Los Angeles Superior Court dismissed the lawsuit.[41] A refiling in Texas led to a subsequent nonfiling by August 2021, which meant the case was dismissed without prejudice.[42]
See also
References
- ^ a b c Jenkins, David (June 10, 2006). "Bolsinger ready to take his next big baseball step". McKinney Courier-Gazette. Retrieved April 15, 2014.
- ^ a b c Focil, Andres (2007). "Newcomers Report for Diamond Hogs". arkansasrazorbacks.com. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ Long, Jackson (June 5, 2015). "Bolsinger's late break: Former McKinney North pitcher doing well in the MLB". McKinney Courier-Gazette. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ a b c "Michael Bolsinger Profile". Baseball Cube. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ Tarver, Vernon (February 25, 2009). "BOLSINGER BACK IN WEEKEND ROTATION". scout.com. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ "2009 College World Series (FINAL)". gocreighton.com. Archived from the original on September 24, 2015. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ "Bolsinger to Return to Arkansas". demo.inergizecms.com/. September 24, 2009. Archived from the original on June 13, 2015. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ Focil, Andres (2010). "Bolsinger named to NCBWA watch list". arkansasrazorbacks.com. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ Rogers, Kendall (March 20, 2010). "Arkansas' Bolsinger steals show on Friday". Yahoo Sports. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ UA Media Relations (May 10, 2010). "Bolsinger named SEC Pitcher of Week". Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ a b c "Mike Bolsinger Statistics & History". Baseball Reference. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ a b c d e "Mike Bolsinger Minor League Statistics & History". Baseball Reference. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ "D-backs call up Bolsinger to start Saturday". ESPN.com. Associated Press. April 14, 2014. Retrieved April 15, 2014.
- ^ "April 14, 2014 New York Mets at Arizona Diamondbacks Play-by-Play and Box Score". Baseball Reference. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ "Mike Bolsinger 2014 Pitching Gamelogs". Baseball Reference. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ Todd, Jeff (November 20, 2014). "Diamondbacks Designate Mike Bolsinger, Charles Brewer". mlbtraderumors. Retrieved June 11, 2015.
- ^ Hoornstra, J.P. (April 7, 2015). "Revealed: Opening Day roster for Triple-A Oklahoma City". LA Daily News. Retrieved April 7, 2015.
- ^ Stephen, Eric (April 23, 2015). "Dodgers recall Mike Bolsinger, option Chris Heisey to Triple-A". truebluela.com. Retrieved April 23, 2015.
- ^ Eymer, Ryan (23 April 2015). "Maxwell Hits Winning Single in 10th, Giants Sweep Dodgers". ABC News. Retrieved April 23, 2015.
- ^ Weisman, Jon (April 24, 2015). "Dodgers add Sergio Santos to bullpen". dodgers.com. Retrieved April 24, 2015.
- ^ Brock, Corey and Ken Gurnick (May 24, 2015). "Bolsinger retires 23 straight; Dodgers take series". mlb.com. Retrieved May 24, 2015.
- ^ "2015 Los Angeles Dodgers Season". Baseball-Reference.com. Retrieved October 5, 2015.
- ^ Calcaterra, Craig (August 1, 2016). "Blue Jays trade Jesse Chavez to the Dodgers". mlb.nbcsports.com. Retrieved August 1, 2016.
- ^ Liddell, Mackenzie (August 2, 2016). "Blue Jays to recall relievers Bolsinger, Barnes from triple-A". Sportsnet. Retrieved August 2, 2016.
- ^ Johnston, Mike (April 1, 2017). "Blue Jays place pitcher Mike Bolsinger on waivers". Sportsnet. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
- ^ "Blue Jays PR on Twitter". Twitter. Retrieved May 9, 2017.
- ^ Longley, Rob (May 9, 2017). "Injury-riddled Blue Jays shut out by Indians". Retrieved May 12, 2017.
- ^ "Blue Jays designate Bolsinger for assignment, recall Campos". Sportsnet. June 1, 2017. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
- ^ "Jays designate Sparkman; promote Bolsinger". TSN.ca. July 3, 2017. Retrieved July 3, 2017.
- ^ "Blue Jays RHP Mike Bolsinger strikes out four batters in one inning". sportsnet.ca. July 19, 2017. Retrieved July 19, 2017.
- ^ "Mike Bolsinger Stats, Highlights, Bio". MiLB.com. Retrieved October 3, 2017.
- ^ Downing, Kyle (December 13, 2017). "International Notes: Keithron Moss, Bolsinger, Wagner". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 13, 2017.
- ^ "マイナビオールスターゲーム2018 出場者". NPB.jp 日本野球機構 (in Japanese). August 13, 2018.
- ^ "ボルシンガー投手 今季契約について". 千葉ロッテマリーンズ オフィシャルサイト (in Japanese). January 9, 2018. Retrieved January 25, 2019.
- ^ "レイビン投手・ブランドン投手・ボルシンガー投手・バルガス選手 来季契約について". 千葉ロッテマリーンズ オフィシャルサイト (in Japanese). November 30, 2019. Retrieved December 22, 2019.
- ^ "2019年度 自由契約選手". NPB.jp 日本野球機構 (in Japanese). Retrieved December 22, 2019.
- ^ "Ducks Sign Four-Year MLB Veteran Mike Bolsinger". LIDucks.com. Retrieved March 16, 2021.
- ^ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bolsinger-5684751a3 [self-published source]
- ^ Baer, Bill (March 31, 2020). "Astros owner Jim Crane says MLB 'explicitly exonerated' him". NBC Sports. Retrieved March 31, 2020.
- ^ "The Astros' cheating derailed my career. So I'm suing". WashingtonPost.com. February 14, 2020. Retrieved February 17, 2020.
- ^ Bleacher Report [dead link]
- ^ "Proposed Order on Partial Non-Suit without Prejudice August 11, 2021". 11 August 2021.
External links
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