Chris Bosio
Born: 4/3/1963 in Carmichael, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-08-03 | Final Game: 1996-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Christopher Louis Bosio
Biography
Chris Bosio, born in 1963, was a professional baseball pitcher who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1986 until his retirement in 1996. Known for his durability and competitive spirit, Bosio ended his career with a record of 94-93 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.96. Over his decade-long tenure, he recorded 1,059 strikeouts and notched 9 saves, showcasing his ability to both start and relieve, which added depth to his teams' pitching staffs.
Bosio played during a transformative period in baseball, navigating the transition from the late 1980s into the mid-1990s, an era that saw offensive production soar alongside the rise of power hitters. Despite this challenge, he maintained a solid performance on the mound, carving out a reputation as a reliable pitcher who could handle pressure situations. His contributions were instrumental in the success of the teams he played for, and he remains a respected figure in the annals of baseball history for his tenacity and skill.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 93 | 309 | 246 | 39 | 9 | 9 | 1710.0 | 1742 | 753 | 162 | 481 | 1059 | 3.96 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 0 | 4 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.7 | 41 | 27 | 13 | 29 | 7.01 | - |
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 11 | 8 | 46 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 170.0 | 187 | 99 | 50 | 150 | 5.24 | - |
| 1988 | ATL | AL | 7 | 15 | 38 | 22 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 182.0 | 190 | 68 | 38 | 84 | 3.36 | - |
| 1989 | ATL | AL | 15 | 10 | 33 | 33 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 234.7 | 225 | 77 | 48 | 173 | 2.95 | - |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 4 | 9 | 20 | 20 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 132.7 | 131 | 59 | 38 | 76 | 4.00 | - |
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 14 | 10 | 32 | 32 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 204.7 | 187 | 74 | 58 | 117 | 3.25 | - |
| 1992 | ATL | AL | 16 | 6 | 33 | 33 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 231.3 | 223 | 93 | 44 | 120 | 3.62 | - |
| 1993 | SEA | AL | 9 | 9 | 29 | 24 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 164.3 | 138 | 63 | 59 | 119 | 3.45 | 1513.8 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | 4 | 10 | 19 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 125.0 | 137 | 60 | 40 | 67 | 4.32 | -369.8 |
| 1995 | SEA | AL | 10 | 8 | 31 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 170.0 | 211 | 93 | 69 | 85 | 4.92 | -1471.6 |
| 1996 | SEA | AL | 4 | 4 | 18 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 60.7 | 72 | 40 | 24 | 39 | 5.93 | -574.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 310 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | ATL | AL | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | ATL | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | ATL | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | SEA | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | SEA | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | SEA | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ALDS2 | SEA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1995 | ALCS | SEA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 13.0 | 17 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 7.62 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ALCS | SEA | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5.3 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3.38 |
| 1995 | ALDS2 | SEA | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 7.7 | 10 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 10.57 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 309 | 246 | 147 | 246 | 15 | 35 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | ML4 | P | 10 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1987 | ML4 | P | 46 | 19 | 14 | 24 | 4 | 5 |
| 1988 | ML4 | P | 38 | 22 | 22 | 33 | 3 | 7 |
| 1989 | ML4 | P | 33 | 33 | 16 | 35 | 2 | 2 |
| 1990 | ML4 | P | 20 | 20 | 12 | 24 | 1 | 2 |
| 1991 | ML4 | P | 32 | 32 | 20 | 21 | 2 | 4 |
| 1992 | ML4 | P | 33 | 33 | 20 | 26 | 0 | 5 |
| 1993 | SEA | P | 29 | 24 | 13 | 21 | 1 | 2 |
| 1994 | SEA | P | 19 | 19 | 11 | 24 | 0 | 3 |
| 1995 | SEA | P | 31 | 31 | 12 | 23 | 1 | 3 |
| 1996 | SEA | P | 18 | 9 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 309 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Player of the Week | Week of 1993-04-24 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SEA | AL | $4,250,000 |
| 1995 | SEA | AL | $4,250,000 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | $4,000,000 |
| 1993 | SEA | AL | $2,750,000 |
| 1992 | ML4 | AL | $2,387,000 |
| 1991 | ML4 | AL | $875,000 |
| 1990 | ML4 | AL | $710,000 |
| 1989 | ML4 | AL | $227,500 |
| 1988 | ML4 | AL | $107,000 |
| 1987 | ML4 | AL | $62,500 |
| 1986 | ML4 | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $19,679,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento City College | Sacramento | CA | 1982 |