Eric Bell
Born: 10/27/1963 in Modesto, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-09-24 | Final Game: 1993-05-08
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: Eric Alvin Bell
Biography
Eric Bell was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1993. Born in 1963, Bell made his debut during a time when the game was transitioning into a more offensively driven era, characterized by powerful hitters and increasingly specialized pitching roles. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 15-18 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 5.18, striking out a total of 152 batters. His contributions on the mound were significant, even though he did not register any saves throughout his time in the league.
Bell's playing style exemplified the characteristics of a determined pitcher, often showcasing his ability to compete in challenging situations. While he may not have achieved the win-loss records of some of his contemporaries, his presence in the game during the late '80s and early '90s provided teams with a reliable arm in the rotation. As baseball evolved, Bell's career reflected the changing dynamics of pitching, and he remains a notable figure for fans of that era. He officially retired from professional baseball on May 8, 1993, leaving behind a legacy shaped by perseverance and dedication to the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 18 | 68 | 34 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 234.7 | 238 | 135 | 38 | 112 | 152 | 5.18 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4.76 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.3 | 23 | 13 | 14 | 18 | 5.01 | -752.7 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 10 | 13 | 33 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 165.0 | 174 | 100 | 78 | 111 | 5.45 | -5151.4 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 4 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 0.50 | 376.4 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 22 | 13 | 9 | 10 | 7.63 | -206.8 |
| 1993 | HOU | NL | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 6.14 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | BAL | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | HOU | NL | 10 | 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 | 68 | 34 | 13 | 23 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | BAL | P | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | BAL | P | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | BAL | P | 33 | 29 | 8 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| 1991 | CLE | P | 10 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CLE | P | 7 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | HOU | P | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 68 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | HOU | NL | $145,000 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | $157,500 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $365,000 | ||