Brian Barber
Born: 3/4/1973 in Hamilton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-08-12 | Final Game: 1999-08-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Brian Scott Barber
Biography
Brian Barber, born in 1973, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1995 to 1999. He made his Major League Baseball debut on August 12, 1995, and played until August 1, 1999. During his time in the league, Barber recorded a win-loss record of 5-8 and achieved an earned run average (ERA) of 6.77. He struck out a total of 59 batters and secured one save, showcasing his role primarily as a starter and occasional reliever.
Barber's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by a shift towards more offensive-minded play and the increasing importance of pitching depth. While Barber may not have registered standout statistics, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the challenges faced by many pitchers during the late 1990s. His journey through the majors illustrated the competitive nature of the sport and the perseverance required to compete at the highest level. Despite his limited time in the spotlight, Barber's experience serves as an example of the many players who navigated the complexities of professional baseball during this era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 8 | 26 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 93.0 | 111 | 70 | 15 | 45 | 59 | 6.77 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | STL | NL | 2 | 1 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29.3 | 31 | 17 | 16 | 27 | 5.22 | - |
| 1996 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 15.00 | - |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 2 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 42.0 | 45 | 28 | 13 | 24 | 6.00 | - |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 1 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 18.7 | 31 | 20 | 10 | 7 | 9.64 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.222 | 0.125 | 0.347 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | STL | NL | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | STL | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | KCR | 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 | 26 | 16 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | SLN | P | 9 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | SLN | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | P | 8 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | KCA | P | 8 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 26 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | KCA | AL | $210,000 |
| 1998 | KCA | AL | $175,000 |
| 1997 | SLN | NL | $155,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $540,000 | ||