Tim Birtsas
Born: 9/5/1960 in Pontiac, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-05-03 | Final Game: 1990-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 240 lbs
Full name: Timothy Dean Birtsas
Biography
Tim Birtsas, born in 1960, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1985 to 1990. Birtsas made his mark in Major League Baseball during a transitional period characterized by the evolving dynamics of the game. With a record of 14-14 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.08, he showcased his skills on the mound while playing for several teams. Throughout his career, he recorded a total of 231 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to overpower hitters with his pitching style. Additionally, he notched 1 save, contributing to his teams' efforts in crucial situations.
Birtsas's tenure in baseball coincided with the late 1980s, a time when the sport was witnessing a shift toward more offensive-oriented play, yet he remained a reliable option for teams in need of solid pitching. His career, though not marked by overwhelming accolades, resonated with the dedication and competitive spirit typical of pitchers of his era. As a retired player, Tim Birtsas remains a part of baseball history, remembered for his contributions during a vibrant phase in the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 14 | 138 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 328.7 | 324 | 149 | 37 | 170 | 231 | 4.08 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | OAK | AL | 10 | 6 | 29 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 141.3 | 124 | 63 | 91 | 94 | 4.01 | -4041.9 |
| 1986 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 22.50 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | CIN | NL | 1 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 64.3 | 61 | 30 | 24 | 38 | 4.20 | -530.5 |
| 1989 | CIN | NL | 2 | 2 | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 69.7 | 68 | 29 | 27 | 57 | 3.75 | 634.1 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | 1 | 3 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 51.3 | 69 | 22 | 24 | 41 | 3.86 | -756.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 138 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.056 | 0.056 | 0.222 | 0.278 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | OAK | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | OAK | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | CIN | NL | 36 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | CIN | NL | 42 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | 29 | 4 | 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 | 138 | 30 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | OAK | P | 29 | 25 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 1986 | OAK | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | CIN | P | 36 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | CIN | P | 42 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | CIN | P | 29 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 138 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CIN | NL | $120,500 |
| 1989 | CIN | NL | $85,000 |
| 1985 | OAK | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $265,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | East Lansing | MI | 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 |