Brad Arnsberg
Born: 8/20/1963 in Seattle, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-09-06 | Final Game: 1992-04-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Bradley James Arnsberg
Biography
Brad Arnsberg was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1986 to 1992. Born in 1963, Arnsberg made his debut during a period marked by the transition away from the deadball era and into a time when offensive production began to rise dramatically. Over his career, he played for several teams, showcasing his skills as a reliable arm out of the bullpen and a capable starter.
Throughout his time in the league, Arnsberg compiled an overall record of 9-6 with a 4.26 ERA. He recorded 100 strikeouts and secured 6 saves, contributing to his teams' efforts in close games. Although he may not have been a household name, his performances were significant in shaping the competitive landscape of baseball during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Following his playing career, Arnsberg transitioned into coaching, where he continued to influence the game and mentor future generations of pitchers.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 6 | 94 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 158.3 | 159 | 75 | 27 | 85 | 100 | 4.26 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3.38 | - |
| 1987 | NYY | AL | 1 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 22 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 5.59 | - |
| 1989 | TEX | AL | 2 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 48.0 | 45 | 22 | 22 | 26 | 4.12 | -1401.7 |
| 1990 | TEX | AL | 6 | 1 | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 62.7 | 56 | 15 | 33 | 44 | 2.15 | -76.3 |
| 1991 | TEX | AL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 10 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 8.38 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 5 | 11.81 | -2423.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | NYY | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | NYY | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | TEX | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | TEX | AL | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | TEX | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 94 | 4 | 13 | 27 | 1 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | NYA | P | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | NYA | P | 6 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | TEX | P | 16 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 1990 | TEX | P | 53 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 2 |
| 1991 | TEX | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | CLE | P | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 94 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | CLE | AL | $150,000 |
| 1991 | TEX | AL | $287,500 |
| 1990 | TEX | AL | $107,500 |
| 1987 | NYA | AL | $68,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $613,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced College | Merced | CA | 1982, 1983 |