Brian Slocum

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Brian Slocum
Pitcher
Born: (1981-03-27) March 27, 1981 (age 43)
New Rochelle, New York, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
April 22, 2006, for the Cleveland Indians
Last MLB appearance
July 8, 2008, for the Cleveland Indians
MLB statistics
Win–loss record0–0
Earned run average7.78
Strikeouts12
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Brian John Slocum (born March 27, 1981) is an American former Major League Baseball right-handed pitcher who played for the Cleveland Indians in 2006 and 2008.

Amateur career

A native of New Rochelle, New York, Slocum was named MVP by the Archdiocesan of New York and Westchester County Player of the Year as a senior at Iona Prep (New York) in 1999, and was named one of the top 12 high school pitchers in the United States. After high school, he was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the 14th round (419th overall) of the 1999 Major League Baseball draft, but chose to attend Villanova University.[1][2]

In 2000, Slocum was named third-team freshman All-American by Baseball America and Louisville Slugger freshman All-America honorable mention at Villanova. In 2001, he played collegiate summer baseball with the Cotuit Kettleers of the Cape Cod Baseball League.[3] In 2002, he was rated the #1 prospect in Pennsylvania and 40th nationally entering the 2002 draft by Baseball America.[2] He compiled a 10–7 record with a 3.31 ERA, 128 strikeouts, and 68 walks in 155 innings in three years at Villanova. The Cleveland Indians selected him in the second round (63rd overall) of the 2002 Major League Baseball draft and he was signed in June of that year.[4]

Professional career

Cleveland Indians

Slocum made his professional debut in 2002 with the Single-A Mahoning Valley Scrappers, going 5–2 with a 2.60 ERA in 11 starts.[5] In 2003, he spent the season with the Single-A Kinston Indians. In 22 games (21 starts), Slocum was 6–7 with a 4.46 ERA,[5] and he was named a Carolina League top prospect by Sportsticker. In 2004, he led the Carolina League in wins (15) with Kinston and tied for the league lead in complete games (2) and shutouts (2).[6] In November 2005, Cleveland added him to their 40-man roster.[7]

On April 21, 2006, Slocum was recalled from the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons.[8] He made his major league debut against the Kansas City Royals on April 22, pitching two innings, giving up two runs, walking two, and striking out two.[9] Slocum recorded a 7.71 ERA in four relief appearances before being sent back down to Buffalo on May 2.[10] He was recalled again on September 7 when the active rosters expanded.[11] In eight total appearances (two starts) with Cleveland, Slocum recorded an ERA of 5.60.[12]

Slocum began the 2007 season with the Bisons, but was limited to five starts due to injury, going 2–2 with a 4.15 ERA.[5][13] After recovering in the offseason, he was sent to Buffalo again to begin the 2008 season. Slocum was 3–4 with a 5.66 ERA in his first 11 starts before being recalled by Cleveland on June 4.[14] However, he did not feature in a game before being sent back down on June 8.[15] On July 4, Slocum was recalled again after transitioning into a relief role with Buffalo.[16] He was sent to the Bisons again on July 12 after struggling in two relief appearances.[17] On September 23, it was announced that Slocum would undergo season-ending elbow surgery.[18] He became a free agent after the season on November 3.[12]

Pittsburgh Pirates

On December 8, 2008, Slocum signed a minor league contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates organization.[19] After going 1–3 with two saves and a 3.94 ERA in 19 relief appearances with the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians,[5] Slocum was released on July 14, 2009.[12]

Southern Maryland Blue Crabs

Slocum signed with the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball for the 2011 season. He pitched in 15 games for the club, notching a 4.08 ERA and 4–4 record with 51 strikeouts over 81+2⁄3 innings pitched.[5]

References

  1. ^ "14th Round of the 1999 MLB June Amateur Draft". Baseball Reference. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Villanova Hurler Brian Slocum Armed and Ready for Next Step". Villanova Wildcats. May 30, 2002. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  3. ^ "Major League Baseball Players From the Cape Cod League" (PDF). Cape Cod Baseball League. Retrieved January 9, 2020.
  4. ^ "2nd Round of the 2002 MLB June Amateur Draft". Baseball Reference. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c d e "Brian Slocum Minor, Fall, Winter & Independent Leagues Statistics & History". Baseball Reference.
  6. ^ "2004 Carolina League Pitching Leaders". Baseball Reference. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  7. ^ "Former Wildcat Star Brian Slocum Added to Indians 40-Man Roster". Villanova Wildcats. November 21, 2005. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  8. ^ Castrovince, Anthony (April 21, 2006). "Notes: Injuries thin Tribe bullpen". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on April 17, 2008. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  9. ^ "Cleveland Indians vs Kansas City Royals Box Score: April 22, 2006". Baseball Reference. April 22, 2006. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  10. ^ Bisbing, Brad (May 2, 2006). "Brian Slocum Optioned to Herd". Minor League Baseball. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  11. ^ Castrovince, Anthony (September 7, 2006). "Notes: Plenty of starters, too few spots". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on November 6, 2007. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  12. ^ a b c "Brian Slocum Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More". Baseball Reference. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  13. ^ Call, Andy (July 3, 2007). "Borowski itching for more". The Evening Tribune. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  14. ^ Castrovince, Anthony (June 4, 2008). "Indians continue to make pitching moves". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on June 7, 2008. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  15. ^ Castrovince, Anthony (June 8, 2008). "Tribe recalls Sowers, options Slocum". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on June 9, 2008. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  16. ^ Nystrom, Thor (July 4, 2008). "Borowski designated for assignment". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on July 7, 2008. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  17. ^ Gribble, Andrew (July 12, 2008). "Slocum loses Tribe spot to Ginter". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on July 16, 2008. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  18. ^ Castrovince, Anthony (September 23, 2008). "Slocum headed for elbow surgery". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on September 26, 2008. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  19. ^ Langosch, Jenifer (December 8, 2008). "Pirates sign two to Minor Leagues". Pittsburgh Pirates. MLB.com. Archived from the original on March 13, 2014. Retrieved August 13, 2024.