Thad Weber Explained

Thad Weber
Position:Pitcher
Birth Date:28 September 1984
Birth Place:Friend, Nebraska, U.S.
Bats:Right
Throws:Right
Debutleague:MLB
Debutdate:April 22
Debutyear:2012
Debutteam:Detroit Tigers
Debut2league:KBO
Debut2date:April 3
Debut2year:2014
Debut2team:NC Dinos
Finalleague:MLB
Finaldate:August 20
Finalyear:2013
Finalteam:Toronto Blue Jays
Final2league:KBO
Final2date:October 14
Final2year:2014
Final2team:NC Dinos
Statleague:MLB
Stat1label:Win–loss record
Stat1value:0–2
Stat2label:Earned run average
Stat2value:3.79
Stat3label:Strikeouts
Stat3value:11
Stat2league:KBO
Stat21label:Win–loss record
Stat21value:9-6
Stat22label:Earned run average
Stat22value:4.58
Stat23label:Strikeouts
Stat23value:85
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Thad George Weber (born September 28, 1984) is a former American professional baseball pitcher and current major league scout. He had appeared in Major League Baseball (MLB) with the Detroit Tigers, San Diego Padres and Toronto Blue Jays as well as in the KBO League for the NC Dinos.

Professional career

Detroit Tigers

On August 22, 2009, Weber tossed the Erie SeaWolves' first no-hitter in almost 14 years.[1] Weber faced two batters over the minimum, struck out a career-high 10, and threw only 88 pitches en route to the historic achievement.[2]

Weber was called up by the Detroit Tigers on April 21, 2012,[3] and made his major league debut the next day against the Texas Rangers. The Rangers won 3-2 in 11 innings.[4] He was optioned back to the minor leagues by Detroit on April 26, 2012, after making two appearances.[5]

San Diego Padres

In August 2012, Weber was signed by the San Diego Padres.[6]

The Padres designated Weber for assignment on May 17, 2013.[7]

Toronto Blue Jays

On May 19, the Toronto Blue Jays claimed Weber off waivers, and optioned him to the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons.[8] Weber was recalled by the Blue Jays on May 25.[9] Weber was optioned back to the Buffalo Bisons by the Blue Jays on May 28.[10] He was recalled on June 9, and then returned to Buffalo after that day's game. On August 13, Weber was recalled again by the Blue Jays to replace Josh Johnson, who was placed on the 15-day disabled list.[11] Weber was optioned back to Buffalo on August 19, but was expected to be activated as the 26th player for the doubleheader against the New York Yankees on August 20.

NC Dinos

On December 11, 2013, he was released by the Blue Jays and signed with the NC Dinos of the Korea Baseball Organization.[12]

Detroit Tigers (second stint)

On January 20, 2015, the Detroit Tigers signed Weber to a minor-league contract.[13] During the 2015 season, Weber started 27 games for the Toledo Mud Hens and had a 6–10 record with a 4.19 ERA and 105 strikeouts.

On December 11, 2015, Weber signed a minor-league contract with the Detroit Tigers.[14] Weber spent the 2016 season shuffling between the Toledo Mud Hens and the Erie SeaWolves, Detroit's Triple–A and Double–A affiliates, and compiled an 8–13 record and 5.08 ERA with 78 strikeouts over 26 games (24 starts). He elected free agency following the season on November 7, 2016.[15]

On January 10, 2017, Weber re–signed with Detroit on a new minor league contract.[16] He was released by the Tigers organization on March 25.

Colorado Rockies

On May 12, 2017, Weber signed a minor league deal with the Colorado Rockies. He was released on October 31.

Personal info

Thad Weber has a degree in Biological Sciences, graduating on May 10, 2008.

He missed the UL-Lafayette series, as his wife Megan gave birth to their daughter, Babe, in 2008. He also has 2 sons, Gehrig, born in 2010, Teddy, born in 2013, and a daughter Wynn, born in 2019.

External links

Notes and References

  1. News: Carpenter. Steve. Former Hutch Juco Player Throws No-Hitter. 12 April 2013. KSAL News.
  2. Web site: Torenli. John. Weber makes SeaWolves' history. MiLB.com.
  3. Web site: Beck. Jason. Tigers option Schlereth, call up Weber. MLB.com. April 26, 2012.
  4. https://web.archive.org/web/20120424201939/http://scores.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?gameId=320422106 Texas Rangers vs. Detroit Tigers – Recap – April 22, 2012
  5. Web site: Fenech. Anthony. Pitching change: Tigers call up Luke Putkonen, demote Thad Weber. Freep. April 26, 2012.
  6. Web site: Padres Claim Thad Weber from Tigers. Blontz. Blaine. August 23, 2012. August 23, 2012.
  7. Web site: Padres Designate Thad Weber For Assignment. May 17, 2013. May 19, 2013.
  8. News: Blue Jays claim right-hander Thad Weber off waivers from San Diego Padres. Winnipeg Free Press . Canadian Press. May 19, 2013. May 19, 2013.
  9. Web site: Blue Jays recall Thad Weber. May 25, 2013. May 25, 2013.
  10. Web site: Blue Jays designate Ortiz, option Weber. Chisholm. Gregor. Peaslee. Evan. MLB.com. May 28, 2013. May 28, 2013.
  11. Web site: Josh Johnson to DL. KFFL.com. August 13, 2013. August 13, 2013.
  12. Web site: Thad Weber is headed to Korea. December 11, 2013. December 11, 2013. D.J.. Short.
  13. Web site: Veteran Wilson highlights Tigers' non-roster invitees. January 20, 2015. The Detroit News. January 20, 2015. Chris. McCosky.
  14. Web site: Tigers sign 17 minor leaguers, invite 6 to camp. James. Jahnke. Detroit Free Press. December 11, 2015. December 11, 2015.
  15. Web site: Minor League Free Agents 2016. July 20, 2024. baseballamerica.com. en.
  16. Web site: Tigers sign Minors contracts with 22 players . MLB.com . Jason . Beck . January 10, 2017 . January 10, 2017.