Eric Hetzel
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Eric Hetzel
| Born: | September 25, 1963 |
| Birthplace: | Crowley, Louisiana |
| Hometown: | |
| Height: | 6' 3" |
| Weight: | 175 lbs |
| Bats: | Right |
| Throws: | Right |
| Drafted: | 1985: 1st rd(1st) |
| College: | Louisiana State University |
| High School: | |
| Other Teams: | None |
| Years with Boston: | 1989 - 1990 |
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Minor League Career
Eric Paul Hetzel (born on Wednesday, September 25, 1963, in Crowley, Louisiana) was selected by the Boston Red Sox in 1st Round (1st overall) of 1985 amateur entry draft. Hetzel spent five years in the Red Sox organization. In 1985 in fifteen games he posted a 7-5 record with a 5.57 era for Greensboro. Playing for Winter Haven in 1987 he posted a 10-12 record with a 3.55 era in 26 games. The following year while with Pawtucket Eric pitched in 22 games with a record of 6-10.
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Pro Career
Eric had his professional career debut on July 1, 1989 with The Boston Red Sox. His career in the majors lasted only 2 seasons both with Boston. His major league record was 3-7 in 85.1 innings with a 6.12 era over 21 games. His final game was September 13, 1990.
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Transactions
- January 11, 1983: Drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 5th round of the 1983 amateur draft, but did not sign.
- January 17, 1984: Drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 2nd round of the 1984 amateur draft, but did not sign.
- June 4, 1984: Drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 1st round (13th pick) of the 1984 amateur draft (2nd Phase), but did not sign.
- June 3, 1985: Drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 1st round (1st pick) of the 1985 amateur draft (2nd Phase).
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External Links
- Baseball-Reference.com - Career Statistics and Analysis
- retrosheet
