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Mike Bolsinger
Bolsinger with the Los Angeles Dodgers
Pitcher
Born:(1988-01-29)January 29, 1988(age 36)
McKinney, Texas,U.S.
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 record8–19
Earned run average4.92
Strikeouts210
NPB statistics
Win–loss record17–8
Earned run average3.79
Strikeouts170
Teams
Career highlights and awards

Michael P. Bolsinger(born January 29, 1988) is an American formerprofessional baseballpitcher.He played inMajor League Baseball(MLB) for theArizona Diamondbacks,Los Angeles Dodgers,andToronto Blue Jaysand for theChiba Lotte MarinesofNippon Professional Baseball(NPB).

Early life

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Bolsinger graduated fromMcKinney North High SchoolinMcKinney, Texas,where he was a three-year letterman in Baseball.[1]As a senior, he pitched to a 9–3win–loss recordwith a 1.66earned run average(ERA) and 116strikeouts[2]and took his team to the state semi-finals, beating theHighland Park High Schoolteam that included future teammateClayton Kershaw.[3]He was drafted by theCleveland Indiansin the 34th round of the2006 Major League Baseball draftand his high school coach said "Obviously he has the talent to play at the next level. It's not much of a surprise to me that he got drafted."[1]He chose not to sign with the Indians because of the low round and, even though he had signed a letter of intent toTexas Tech University,he chose instead to attendGrayson County Community Collegein the hopes of being drafted again the next year.[1]In 10 appearances for Grayson, he was 6–1 with a 2.93 ERA and struck out 48 batters.[2]

Bolsinger played in theTexas Collegiate Leagueduring the summer of 2007 and chose to transfer to theUniversity of Arkansasfor the 2008 season.[2]As a sophomore in 2008, he was 4–1 with a 3.73 ERA in 15 games, most of them out of the bullpen.[4]He missed the start of the2009 seasonas he was battling a bad case ofmononucleosis[5]He was 6–4 with a 2.99 ERA in 30 games pitched that season[4]as the Razorbacks advanced to theCollege World Series,where they finished third.[6]He was drafted in the 33rd round of the2009 Major League Baseball draftby theOakland Athletics,but chose to return to Arkansas for his senior season.[7]Bolsinger began the 2010 season as the team'scloserand earned a spot on the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association "Stopper of the Year Watch List."[8]However, he made a successful transition to the starting rotation during the season[9]and earnedSoutheastern Conferencepitcher of the week honors on May 10 when pitched eight innings and struck out 11 while allowing only two hits against theUniversity of Mississippi.[10]For the season, Bolsinger appeared in 23 games (13 as a starter) and was 6–5 with a 4.81 ERA.[4]

Professional career

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Arizona Diamondbacks

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Bolsinger was drafted by theArizona Diamondbacksin the 15th round of the2010 Major League Baseball draftand signed on June 26, 2010.[11]He was assigned to the Short Season-AYakima Bearsof theNorthwest League,where he had a 1.69 ERA in six games.[12]He spent most of 2011 with the Class-ASouth Bend Silver Hawksof theMidwest League,appearing in 32 games and starting 13 of them. He also made one scoreless relief appearance with theTriple-AReno Aces.He posted a 6–6 record with a 2.63 ERA and 91 strikeouts in the 2011 season.[12]2012 was split between the Advanced-AVisalia Rawhideof theCalifornia Leagueand theDouble-AMobile BayBearsof theSouthern League.Combined he started 22 games and went 7–5 with a 3.35 ERA and 113 strikeouts in 1152⁄3innings.[12]

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 theNew York Mets,while allowing six hits and two runs.[14]He got his first Major League start on April 19 against theLos Angeles Dodgersand allowed seven runs in four innings to take the loss and recorded his first win when he worked 6.2 innings against theChicago Cubson 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

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Bolsinger was traded to theLos Angeles Dodgersin exchange for cash considerations on November 22, 2014. He was assigned to the Triple-AOklahoma City Dodgers.[17]The Dodgers recalled him from the minors to make a spot start on April 23 against theSan Francisco Giants.[18]He pitched 6 innings, allowing one run on 5 hits and had 5 strikeouts, but was not involved in the decision.[19]He returned to the minors the following day.[20]On May 23 against theSan Diego Padres,Bolsinger retired 23 straight batters after giving up a leadoff single toYangervis Solarteas he andKenley Jansenfaced only the minimum 27 batters in the game.[21]He rejoined the Dodgers when rosters expanded in September. In 21 starts, he was 6–6 with a 3.62 ERA.[22]Bolsinger began the 2016 season in Triple-A. He made six starts for the Dodgers in 2016, posting a 1–4 record, 6.83 ERA, and 25 strikeouts in 272⁄3innings.[11]

Toronto Blue Jays

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On August 1, 2016, the Dodgers traded Bolsinger to theToronto Blue JaysforJesse Chavez.[23]He was optioned to the Triple-ABuffalo Bisons,and recalled by the Blue Jays the following day.[24]He was optioned back to Buffalo on August 3, without appearing in a game for Toronto. On April 1, 2017, Bolsinger was designated for assignment.[25]He cleared waivers and was assigned back to Buffalo. On May 9, Bolsinger was called up by the Blue Jays.[26]He made his first appearance for the Blue Jays that night, making a start and allowing two runs in 52⁄3innings in a 6–0 defeat to theCleveland Indians.[27]On June 1, Bolsinger was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays.[28]After clearing waivers, he accepted an assignment back to Triple-A Buffalo. On July 3, Bolsinger was re-added to the roster and recalled.[29]On July 18, during the 13th inning of a game against theBoston Red Sox,Bolsinger became the second pitcher in franchise history tostrike out 4 menin an inning, when he struck outMitch Moreland,Jackie Bradley Jr.,Deven Marrero,andChristian Vázquez.Bolsinger would take the loss in the game after allowing a walk-off home run toHanley Ramírezin the 15th inning.[30]He was designated for assignment on August 5. On October 2, Bolsinger elected free agency.[31]

Chiba Lotte Marines

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On December 13, 2017, Bolsinger signed with theChiba Lotte MarinesofNippon 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

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On March 16, 2021, Bolsinger signed with theLong Island Ducksof theAtlantic 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

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In September 2021, Bolsinger joinedMillsaps Collegeas a coach for the baseball team.[38]

Houston Astros lawsuit

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In February 2020, following MLB's findings in theHouston Astros sign stealing scandal,Bolsinger filed a lawsuit against theHouston Astrosfor 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 inThe Washington Postexplaining 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

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References

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  2. ^abcFocil, Andres (2007)."Newcomers Report for Diamond Hogs".arkansasrazorbacks.com.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
  3. ^Long, Jackson (June 5, 2015)."Bolsinger's late break: Former McKinney North pitcher doing well in the MLB".McKinney Courier-Gazette.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
  4. ^abc"Michael Bolsinger Profile".Baseball Cube.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
  5. ^Tarver, Vernon (February 25, 2009)."BOLSINGER BACK IN WEEKEND ROTATION".scout.com.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
  6. ^"2009 College World Series (FINAL)".gocreighton.com.Archived fromthe originalon September 24, 2015.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
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  9. ^Rogers, Kendall (March 20, 2010)."Arkansas' Bolsinger steals show on Friday".Yahoo Sports.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
  10. ^UA Media Relations (May 10, 2010)."Bolsinger named SEC Pitcher of Week".Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
  11. ^abc"Mike Bolsinger Statistics & History".Baseball Reference.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
  12. ^abcde"Mike Bolsinger Minor League Statistics & History".Baseball Reference.RetrievedJune 11,2015.
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  17. ^Hoornstra, J.P. (April 7, 2015)."Revealed: Opening Day roster for Triple-A Oklahoma City".LA Daily News.RetrievedApril 7,2015.
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  19. ^Eymer, Ryan (April 23, 2015)."Maxwell Hits Winning Single in 10th, Giants Sweep Dodgers".ABC News.RetrievedApril 23,2015.
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  24. ^Liddell, Mackenzie (August 2, 2016)."Blue Jays to recall relievers Bolsinger, Barnes from triple-A".Sportsnet.RetrievedAugust 2,2016.
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  32. ^Downing, Kyle (December 13, 2017)."International Notes: Keithron Moss, Bolsinger, Wagner".mlbtraderumors.com.RetrievedDecember 13,2017.
  33. ^"マイナビオールスターゲーム2018 xuất tràng giả".NPB.jp nhật bổn dã cầu cơ cấu(in Japanese). August 13, 2018.
  34. ^"ボルシンガー đầu thủ kim quý khế ước について".Thiên diệp ロッテマリーンズ オフィシャルサイト(in Japanese). January 9, 2018.RetrievedJanuary 25,2019.
  35. ^"レイビン đầu thủ ・ブランドン đầu thủ ・ボルシンガー đầu thủ ・バルガス tuyển thủ lai quý khế ước について".Thiên diệp ロッテマリーンズ オフィシャルサイト(in Japanese). November 30, 2019.RetrievedDecember 22,2019.
  36. ^"2019 niên độ tự do khế ước tuyển thủ".NPB.jp nhật bổn dã cầu cơ cấu(in Japanese).RetrievedDecember 22,2019.
  37. ^"Ducks Sign Four-Year MLB Veteran Mike Bolsinger".LIDucks.com.RetrievedMarch 16,2021.
  38. ^https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bolsinger-5684751a3[self-published source]
  39. ^Baer, Bill (March 31, 2020)."Astros owner Jim Crane says MLB 'explicitly exonerated' him".NBC Sports.RetrievedMarch 31,2020.
  40. ^"The Astros' cheating derailed my career. So I'm suing".WashingtonPost.com.February 14, 2020.RetrievedFebruary 17,2020.
  41. ^Bleacher Report
  42. ^"Proposed Order on Partial Non-Suit without Prejudice August 11, 2021".August 11, 2021.
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