Ron Blazier
Born: 7/30/1971 in Altoona, PA, USA
Died: 12/4/2021 in Bellwood, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-05-31 | Final Game: 1997-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Ronald Patrick Blazier
Biography
Ron Blazier, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 1997. He made his debut with the Chicago White Sox and later played for the New York Mets. Over the course of his brief career, Blazier compiled a win-loss record of 4-2 and recorded an earned run average (ERA) of 5.38. He struck out a total of 67 batters, showcasing his ability to miss bats, although he did not register any saves during his time in the majors.
Blazier's career unfolded during a transitional era in baseball when the sport was beginning to see an influx of power hitters and a changing approach to pitching strategies. While his time in the league was short-lived, his contributions as a pitcher reflected the challenges of that competitive environment. After concluding his major league career on September 28, 1997, Blazier left behind a legacy that serves as a reminder of the many players who strive to make their mark in the game, even if their time in the spotlight is fleeting.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 92.0 | 111 | 55 | 14 | 31 | 67 | 5.38 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 3 | 1 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.3 | 49 | 25 | 10 | 25 | 5.87 | -71.2 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | 1 | 1 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 53.7 | 62 | 30 | 21 | 42 | 5.03 | -361.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 27 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | 36 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 63 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | P | 27 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | PHI | P | 36 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 63 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | PHI | NL | $180,000 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $330,000 | ||