Denis Boucher
Born: 3/7/1968 in Montreal, QC, CAN
MLB Debut: 1991-04-12 | Final Game: 1994-05-21
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Biography
Denis Boucher was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1991 to 1994. Born in 1968, Boucher made his Major League Baseball debut with the Montreal Expos and later played for the Cleveland Indians. Over the course of his career, he accumulated a win-loss record of 6-11 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 5.42. Boucher recorded a total of 77 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats during his time on the mound. Despite not recording any saves, his role as a starting and relief pitcher was significant during his tenure in the league.
Boucher's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the increasing emphasis on offensive production and the evolution of pitching strategies. While he may not have achieved the same level of recognition as some of his contemporaries, Boucher contributed to the game through his resilience and dedication on the field. His journey through the majors reflects the challenges faced by many pitchers of his era, navigating the complexities of a highly competitive environment.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 11 | 35 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 146.0 | 170 | 88 | 28 | 54 | 77 | 5.42 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 1 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 35 | 21 | 8 | 13 | 8.34 | -1308.0 |
| 1991 | TOR | AL | 0 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.3 | 39 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 4.58 | -1579.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 2 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 41.0 | 48 | 29 | 20 | 17 | 6.37 | -2686.1 |
| 1993 | WSN | NL | 3 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.3 | 24 | 6 | 3 | 14 | 1.91 | - |
| 1994 | WSN | NL | 0 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 24 | 14 | 7 | 17 | 6.75 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.222 | 0.444 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | TOR | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | WSN | NL | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | WSN | NL | 10 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 35 | 26 | 7 | 23 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CLE | P | 5 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1991 | TOR | P | 7 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1992 | CLE | P | 8 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | MON | P | 5 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | MON | P | 10 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 35 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | MON | NL | $135,000 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | $116,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $251,000 | ||