Rich Bordi
Born: 4/18/1959 in San Francisco, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-07-16 | Final Game: 1988-07-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Richard Albert Bordi
Biography
Rich Bordi was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1980 to 1988. Born in 1959, he made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more power-oriented game. Bordi was known for his versatility on the mound, contributing not only as a starter but also as a reliable relief pitcher throughout his career.
Over the course of his time in the majors, Bordi recorded a career record of 20-20, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.34. He struck out a total of 247 batters and collected 10 saves, showcasing his ability to handle pressure situations and close out games effectively. While his win-loss record reflects the competitive nature of the league during the 1980s, Bordi's contributions to his teams extended beyond mere statistics, as he was respected for his work ethic and tenacity on the field. His career serves as a testament to the dedication and resilience required to compete at the highest levels of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 20 | 173 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 371.3 | 383 | 179 | 42 | 121 | 247 | 4.34 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4.50 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 0 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 18 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 8.31 | -579.0 |
| 1983 | CHC | NL | 0 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 25.3 | 34 | 14 | 12 | 20 | 4.97 | - |
| 1984 | CHC | NL | 5 | 2 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 83.3 | 78 | 32 | 20 | 41 | 3.46 | - |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 6 | 8 | 51 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 98.0 | 95 | 35 | 29 | 64 | 3.21 | - |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 6 | 4 | 52 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 107.0 | 105 | 53 | 41 | 83 | 4.46 | -241.2 |
| 1987 | NYY | AL | 3 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.0 | 42 | 28 | 12 | 23 | 7.64 | - |
| 1988 | OAK | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 4.70 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 173 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.043 | 0.083 | 0.043 | 0.127 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | OAK | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | OAK | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | CHC | NL | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | CHC | NL | 31 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.053 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 52 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | NYY | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | OAK | AL | 2 | 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 | 173 | 17 | 19 | 42 | 7 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | OAK | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | OAK | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | SEA | P | 7 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CHN | P | 11 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1984 | CHN | P | 31 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| 1985 | NYA | P | 51 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 1986 | BAL | P | 52 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 2 |
| 1987 | NYA | P | 16 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | OAK | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 173 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | BAL | AL | $250,000 |
| 1985 | BOS | AL | $115,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $365,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fresno | Fresno | CA | 1978, 1979, 1980 |