Sean Burnett
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Sean Richard Burnett (born September 17, 1982) is an American former
Amateur career
Burnett attended Wellington High School in Wellington, Florida.[1] He was also a part of the 1999 State Champions.[2]
Professional career
Pittsburgh Pirates
Burnett was drafted by the
After sporting a 14–6 record with the Double-A Altoona Curve in 2003, Burnett advanced to the Triple-A Nashville Sounds for 2004. He was recalled by the Pirates, and made his major league debut on May 30, 2004, against the Chicago Cubs. Burnett pitched five solid innings, allowing only one run, but did not get a decision in the game.[citation needed] He finished the 2004 season with a 5–5 record and a 5.02 ERA.
Burnett missed the entire 2005 campaign with shoulder and elbow problems which eventually culminated in surgery.[
Meek was designated for assignment on May 4, 2008, and Burnett was recalled to take his place. Burnett made his first major league appearance since August 21, 2004 on May 6, 2008, against the San Francisco Giants. He allowed 2 runs in 2⁄3 of an inning. Said Burnett of his return: "Honestly, it might have been more nerve-racking than my debut because my debut came so easy. It was such an easy road coming up through the Minor Leagues. This one was so much more hard work, and harder to get here, and a lot more time."[4]
Burnett had a 4.54 earned run average (ERA) in 160+2⁄3 innings pitched for the Pirates from 2004 to 2009.[citation needed]
Washington Nationals
On June 30, 2009, the Pirates traded Burnett along with Nyjer Morgan to the Washington Nationals for Lastings Milledge and Joel Hanrahan.[5]
Burnett had a 2.98 ERA in 145 innings pitched for the Nationals from 2009 to 2011.[citation needed]
In 2012, Burnett went 1–2 with 2 saves and a 2.38 ERA with 56.2 innings in 70 appearances. On November 1, Burnett declined his half of a 2013 mutual option worth $3.5 million. Since the Nationals exercised their half, Burnett wasn't paid a $250K buyout.[6]
Los Angeles Angels
On December 5, 2012, Burnett agreed to a two-year, $9.5 million contract with the
After being almost a full year out, Burnett came back to pitch for the Angels in May 2014; after 3 appearances, Burnett was placed back on the DL. After an MRI, it was revealed Burnett had a torn UCL, ending his 2014 season.[10] The Angels declined his 2015 option on October 30, making him a free agent.
Return to Washington
On November 16, 2015, Burnett signed a minor league contract with the Washington Nationals. While Burnett did not allow a run during spring training, he was informed on April 1, 2016, that he had not made the team. He chose to exercise an opt-out clause in his contract and become a free agent.[11]
Los Angeles Dodgers
Burnett agreed to a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers on April 9, 2016.[12]
Atlanta Braves
On May 2, 2016, Burnett opted out of his deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers and signed a minor league deal with the Atlanta Braves. He opted out of his contract and became a free agent on May 20, 2016.
Minnesota Twins
On May 23, 2016, Burnett signed a minor-league deal with the Minnesota Twins.[13]
Third stint with Washington
Burnett was acquired by the
Philadelphia Phillies
On December 10, 2016, Burnett signed a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies.[17] He was released on March 26, 2017.[18]
Miami Marlins
On March 13, 2018, Burnett signed a minor league contract with the Miami Marlins.[19] He was released on June 18, 2018.
New York Mets
On February 7, 2019, Burnett signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets.
Retirement
On May 26, 2019, Burnett retired from professional baseball.[20]
References
- ^ "Transfer Of Power".
- ^ Records fhsaa.org [dead link]
- ^ "2020 Pittsburgh Pirates Media Guide" (PDF). Pittsburgh Pirates. Major League Baseball. 2020. p. 213. Archived (PDF) from the original on June 22, 2020. Retrieved August 12, 2020.
- ^ Jenifer Langosch. http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2658074&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb "Burnett excited to be back on mound", MLB.com. May 7, 2008. Retrieved on May 8, 2008
- ^ "Pirates trade Morgan to Nationals, Hinske to Yankees".
- ^ Nicholson-Smith, Ben (November 1, 2012). "LaRoche, Burnett Decline Options". MLB Trade Rumors.
- ^ Kilgore, Adam (December 5, 2012). "Sean Burnett leaves Nationals for Angels". The Washington Post. Retrieved December 12, 2012.
- ^ Gonzalez, Alden (December 12, 2012). "Angels finalize deals with Blanton, Burnett". MLB.com. Archived from the original on December 15, 2012. Retrieved December 12, 2012.
- ^ "Angels reliever Burnett (elbow) out for year". August 2013.
- ^ DiGiovanna, Mike (May 28, 2014). "Angels reliever Sean Burnett has torn elbow ligament, is out for the season". Los Angeles Times.
- ^ Todd, Jeff (April 1, 2016). "Sean Burnett To Opt Out Of Contract With Nationals". MLB Trade Rumors. Retrieved April 2, 2016.
- ^ Stephen, Eric (April 9, 2016). "Sean Burnett reportedly signs minor league deal with Dodgers". SB Nation.
- ^ Adams, Steve (May 23, 2016). "Twins, Sean Burnett Agree To Minor League Deal". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved May 23, 2016.
- ^ "Report: Nationals acquire LHP Sean Burnett from Twins". Today's Knuckleball. August 19, 2016. Retrieved August 19, 2016.
- ^ "Reliever Sean Burnett makes his return to the Nationals". The Washington Post. September 2, 2016. Retrieved September 7, 2016.
- ^ "NATS' OFFENSE FALLS SHORT, BURNETT RETURNS, METS GAIN GROUND IN PLAYOFF RACE". CSN Mid-Atlantic. September 4, 2016. Retrieved September 7, 2016.
- ^ Seidman, Corey (December 12, 2016). "Phillies sign OF Daniel Nava, LHP Sean Burnett to minor-league contracts". csnphilly.com. Retrieved December 24, 2016.
- ^ Zolecki, Todd (March 26, 2017). "Phillies give Burnett his unconditional release". MLB.com. Retrieved March 26, 2017.
- ^ "Roster Roundup on Twitter".
- ^ "Sean Burnett Stats, Highlights, Bio | MiLB.com Stats | The Official Site of Minor League Baseball". MiLB.com. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors)
- Burnett excited to be back on mound