Drafted in the 6th round (183rd overall) by the Texas Rangers in 2008 (signed for $120,000).
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Bleier finished his junior season with a 7-1, .209 and was the Atlantic Sun Conference's Pitcher of the Year. At 6-feet-3, 210 pounds, Bleier is a good-bodied lefthander with a fastball that typically sits around 90 mph. He also throws a quality slider and changeup, giving him a three-pitch mix with plus command. Bleier walked only 17 batters on the season in 90.1 innings pitched.
Career Transactions
Rochester Red Wings released LHP Richard Bleier.
Washington Nationals invited non-roster LHP Richard Bleier to spring training.
Boston Red Sox designated LHP Richard Bleier for assignment.
Boston Red Sox activated LHP Richard Bleier from the 15-day injured list.
Boston Red Sox sent LHP Richard Bleier on a rehab assignment to Worcester Red Sox.
Boston Red Sox sent LHP Richard Bleier on a rehab assignment to Portland Sea Dogs.
Israel activated LHP Richard Bleier.
Miami Marlins traded LHP Richard Bleier to Boston Red Sox for RHP Matt Barnes and cash.
Boston Red Sox activated LHP Richard Bleier.
Boston Red Sox activated LHP Richard Bleier.
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