Billy Brewer
Born: 4/15/1968 in Fort Worth, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-04-08 | Final Game: 1999-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: William Robert Brewer
Biography
Billy Brewer was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 1999. Born in 1968, Brewer's career unfolded during an era characterized by a shift towards increased offensive production, making his contributions on the mound particularly significant. Throughout his time in the league, he compiled a record of 11-11 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.79. He was known for his ability to strike out batters, tallying a total of 137 strikeouts, and he recorded 5 saves over the course of his career.
Brewer's playing style was marked by a competitive spirit and a determination to excel in high-pressure situations, traits that earned him a respected place among his peers. His contributions to his teams, although not always reflected in gaudy statistics, showcased the importance of reliable pitching during a time when many hitters were making headlines. After retiring on October 2, 1999, Brewer left behind a legacy as a player who navigated the challenges of a changing game and contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 11 | 203 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 178.7 | 172 | 95 | 26 | 93 | 137 | 4.79 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | KCR | AL | 2 | 2 | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.0 | 31 | 15 | 20 | 28 | 3.46 | - |
| 1994 | KCR | AL | 4 | 1 | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 38.7 | 28 | 11 | 16 | 25 | 2.56 | - |
| 1995 | KCR | AL | 2 | 4 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45.3 | 54 | 28 | 20 | 31 | 5.56 | - |
| 1996 | NYY | AL | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 9.53 | - |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | 1 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.0 | 15 | 8 | 11 | 16 | 3.27 | 29.3 |
| 1998 | PHI | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 108.00 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | 1 | 1 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 25.7 | 30 | 20 | 14 | 28 | 7.01 | 60.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 203 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | KCR | AL | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | KCR | AL | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | KCR | AL | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | NYY | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | PHI | NL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | 25 | 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 | 203 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 3 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | KCA | P | 46 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | KCA | P | 50 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | KCA | P | 48 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | NYA | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | OAK | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | PHI | P | 25 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | PHI | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | PHI | P | 25 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 203 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | PHI | NL | $320,000 |
| 1998 | PHI | NL | $310,000 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | $200,000 |
| 1995 | KCA | AL | $220,000 |
| 1994 | KCA | AL | $165,000 |
| 1993 | KCA | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,324,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Baptist University | Dallas | TX | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 |