Thad Weber

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.

Thad Weber
Pitcher
Born: (1984-09-28) September 28, 1984
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
Teams

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]

Second Stint With Tigers

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, the triple-A and double-A minor league affiliates of the Detroit Tigers, respectively. On January 10, 2017, Weber signed a minor-league contract with the Tigers.[15] He was released on March 25, 2017.

Colorado Rockies

On May 12, 2017, Weber signed a minor league deal with the Colorado Rockies. He was released on November 1, 2017.

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.

References
  1. Carpenter, Steve. "Former Hutch Juco Player Throws No-Hitter". KSAL News. Retrieved 12 April 2013.
  2. Torenli, John. "Weber makes SeaWolves' history". MiLB.com.
  3. Beck, Jason. "Tigers option Schlereth, call up Weber". MLB.com. 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. 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. Beck, Jason (January 10, 2017). "Tigers sign Minors contracts with 22 players". MLB.com. Retrieved January 10, 2017.
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