Derek Holland is a former Starting Pitcher best known for his time with the Texas Rangers in the first half of the 2010s.
Though he was a 25th Round Pick in 2006 and not highly rated, Holland impressed in the Minors and made it to Texas in 2009 as part of their starting rotation. He had his best year in 2011, with a record of 16-5, and was the league leader with four shutouts. Holland played a crucial role in helping Texas reach the World Series, where he secured a win over the Yankees in the ALCS. Despite at least ten wins over the following two seasons, a series of injuries hindered the rest of his career.
He later played for Chicago (AL), San Francisco, Chicago (AL), Pittsburgh, and Detroit. Holland retired with an 82-83 record and is unlikely to appear on the ballot.
Derek Holland
- General
- Awards
- Career Stats
- Born: October 9, 1986 in Newark, OH USA
- Weight: 223 lbs.
- Height: 6'2"
- Bats: B
- Throws: L
- Debut: April 22, 2009
- Final Game: September 29, 2021
| W | L | ERA | G | GS | SV | IP | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79 | 81 | 4.84 | 307 | 227 | 0 | 1,416.3 | 1190 |
The Bullet Points
- Country of Origin: Newark, Ohio, U.S.A.
- Eligible In: Friday, 01 January 2027
- Position: Pitcher
- Played For: Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Detroit Tigers, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Francisco Giants, Texas Rangers
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Major Accolades and Awards:
World Series Rings (None)
Most Shutouts (1) (AL) (2011) -
Other Points of Note:
1 Top Ten Finish (Wins)
2 Top Ten Finishes (SO/9)
1 Top Ten Finish (Innings Pitched)
1 Top Ten Finish (Strikeouts)
1 Top Ten Finish (Games Started)
3 Top Ten Finishes (Complete Games)
4 Top Ten Finishes (Shutouts) - Notable All Time Rankings: None
Should Derek Holland be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 0%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 100%
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