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Thad Weber
Weber with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2013
Pitcher
Born: (1984-09-28) September 28, 1984 (age 40)
Friend, Nebraska, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
Professional debut
MLB: April 22, 2012, for the Detroit Tigers
KBO: April 3, 2014, for the NC Dinos
Last appearance
MLB: August 20, 2013, for the Toronto Blue Jays
KBO: October 14, 2014, for the NC Dinos
MLB statistics
Win–loss record0–2
Earned run average3.79
Strikeouts11
KBO statistics
Win–loss record9-6
Earned run average4.58
Strikeouts85
Stats at Baseball Reference Edit this at Wikidata
Teams

Thad George Weber (born September 28, 1984) is an American former professional baseball pitcher and current major league scout. He 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

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Detroit Tigers

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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

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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

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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

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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)

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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

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

Personal info

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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.

References

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  1. ^ Carpenter, Steve. "Former Hutch Juco Player Throws No-Hitter". KSAL News. Retrieved April 12, 2013.
  2. ^ Torenli, John. "Weber makes SeaWolves' history". MiLB.com.
  3. ^ Beck, Jason. "Tigers option Schlereth, call up Weber". MLB.com. Archived from the original on April 23, 2012. Retrieved April 26, 2012.
  4. ^ Texas Rangers vs. Detroit Tigers – Recap – April 22, 2012 ESPN
  5. ^ Fenech, Anthony. "Pitching change: Tigers call up Luke Putkonen, demote Thad Weber". Freep. Retrieved April 26, 2012.
  6. ^ Blontz, Blaine (August 23, 2012). "Padres Claim Thad Weber from Tigers". Retrieved August 23, 2012.
  7. ^ "Padres Designate Thad Weber For Assignment". May 17, 2013. Retrieved May 19, 2013.
  8. ^ "Blue Jays claim right-hander Thad Weber off waivers from San Diego Padres". Winnipeg Free Press. Canadian Press. May 19, 2013. Retrieved May 19, 2013.
  9. ^ "Blue Jays recall Thad Weber". May 25, 2013. Archived from the original on May 5, 2014. Retrieved May 25, 2013.
  10. ^ Chisholm, Gregor; Peaslee, Evan (May 28, 2013). "Blue Jays designate Ortiz, option Weber". MLB.com. Retrieved May 28, 2013.
  11. ^ "Josh Johnson to DL". KFFL.com. August 13, 2013. Retrieved August 13, 2013.
  12. ^ Short, D.J. (December 11, 2013). "Thad Weber is headed to Korea". Retrieved December 11, 2013.
  13. ^ McCosky, Chris (January 20, 2015). "Veteran Wilson highlights Tigers' non-roster invitees". The Detroit News. Retrieved January 20, 2015.
  14. ^ Jahnke, James (December 11, 2015). "Tigers sign 17 minor leaguers, invite 6 to camp". Detroit Free Press. Retrieved December 11, 2015.
  15. ^ "Minor League Free Agents 2016". baseballamerica.com. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
  16. ^ Beck, Jason (January 10, 2017). "Tigers sign Minors contracts with 22 players". MLB.com. Archived from the original on January 11, 2017. Retrieved January 10, 2017.
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