Steve Baker
Born: 8/30/1956 in Eugene, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-05-25 | Final Game: 1983-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Steven Byrne Baker
Biography
Steve Baker, born in 1956, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1978 until his retirement in 1983. Over the course of his career, Baker showcased his talents on the mound, amassing a win-loss record of 7-16. He had a career earned run average (ERA) of 5.13, which reflected the challenges he faced during his time in the league. Baker recorded a total of 131 strikeouts and notched 6 saves, demonstrating his capability to contribute effectively in various pitching roles.
Baker's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by a shift towards more specialized pitching roles and the increasing importance of relief pitchers. Although he may not have achieved superstar status, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, providing depth to the pitching staff. His journey through the league is a testament to the resilience and dedication required to compete at the highest level of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 16 | 84 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 237.0 | 262 | 135 | 26 | 127 | 131 | 5.13 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | DET | AL | 2 | 4 | 15 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 63.3 | 66 | 32 | 42 | 39 | 4.55 | -1423.3 |
| 1979 | DET | AL | 1 | 7 | 21 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 84.0 | 97 | 62 | 51 | 54 | 6.64 | -3187.5 |
| 1982 | OAK | AL | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.7 | 30 | 13 | 4 | 14 | 4.56 | 161.4 |
| 1983 | OAK | AL | 3 | 3 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 54.0 | 59 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 4.33 | -749.9 |
| 1983 | STL | NL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1.80 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | DET | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | DET | AL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | OAK | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | OAK | AL | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | STL | NL | 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 | 84 | 26 | 10 | 23 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | DET | P | 15 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | DET | P | 21 | 12 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1982 | OAK | P | 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | OAK | P | 35 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | SLN | P | 8 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 84 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grossmont College | El Cajon | CA | 1976 |