Ray Black
Born: 6/26/1990 in Wilkes-Barre, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 2018-07-08 | Final Game: 2020-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Raymond Anthony Black
Biography
Ray Black was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2018 to 2020. Born in 1990, Black made his Major League Baseball debut on July 8, 2018, showcasing his skills as a right-handed reliever. During his time in the league, he played for the San Francisco Giants, where he was known for his high strikeout potential and powerful fastball. Over the course of his career, he accumulated a record of 2-3 and struck out 54 batters, demonstrating his ability to challenge hitters despite facing difficulties with consistency.
Black's career ERA stood at 5.53, reflecting the ups and downs common for many pitchers navigating the rigors of major league competition. While he did not record any saves, his contributions to the bullpen were significant during his tenure. His journey through the game was marked by the challenges of transitioning into the majors and adapting to the nuances of pitching at the highest level. Retiring in September 2020, Black left behind a legacy as a player who embodied the determination and resilience required to succeed in professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 42.3 | 33 | 26 | 9 | 22 | 54 | 5.53 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | SFG | NL | 2 | 2 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.3 | 17 | 16 | 10 | 33 | 6.17 | - |
| 2019 | MIL | NL | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 13 | 5.14 | -875.7 |
| 2019 | SFG | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4.50 | - |
| 2020 | MIL | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | SFG | NL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | MIL | NL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | SFG | NL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | MIL | NL | 3 | 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 | 46 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | SFN | P | 26 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | MIL | P | 15 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | SFN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | MIL | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 46 |