Eddie Bane
Born: 3/22/1952 in Great Lakes, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-07-04 | Final Game: 1976-09-12
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Edward Norman Bane
Biography
Eddie Bane, born in 1952, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1973 until his retirement on September 12, 1976. Known for his competitive spirit and determination on the mound, Bane finished his career with a record of 7-13 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.66. Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, he recorded 80 strikeouts and secured 2 saves, showcasing his abilities as both a starting pitcher and a reliever.
Bane played during a dynamic era in baseball, characterized by a blend of traditional pitching styles and the evolving strategies of the game. While his overall statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, Bane's contributions were significant within the teams he played for. His journey through the major leagues highlighted the challenges faced by pitchers of his time and underscored the importance of resilience in a sport where performance can fluctuate dramatically.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 13 | 44 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 168.0 | 182 | 87 | 13 | 84 | 80 | 4.66 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | MIN | AL | 0 | 5 | 23 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 60.3 | 62 | 33 | 30 | 42 | 4.92 | -146.4 |
| 1975 | MIN | AL | 3 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.3 | 28 | 9 | 15 | 14 | 2.86 | -356.2 |
| 1976 | MIN | AL | 4 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 79.3 | 92 | 45 | 39 | 24 | 5.11 | -1958.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | MIN | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | MIN | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | MIN | AL | 18 | 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 | 44 | 25 | 13 | 20 | 6 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | MIN | P | 23 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 1 |
| 1975 | MIN | P | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1976 | MIN | P | 17 | 15 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 44 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1971, 1972, 1973 |