Rick Behenna

Rick Behenna, born in 1960, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1983 to 1985. He made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was undergoing significant changes, transitioning into a more offense-driven era. Behenna played primarily in the mid-1980s, a period characterized by a rise in power hitting and an evolving pitching landscape. Throughout his career, Behenna recorded a win-loss record of 3-10 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 6.12 over his time on the mound. He struck out 36 batters but did not earn any saves, reflecting his role primarily as a starting pitcher rather than a closer. While his career statistics may not have placed him among the elite pitchers of his time, Behenna's contributions to his teams during the early years of his career highlight the dedication and resilience required to compete at the highest level of the sport.