John Briscoe
Born: 9/22/1967 in La Grange, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-04-18 | Final Game: 1996-05-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: John Eric Briscoe
Biography
John Briscoe, born in 1967, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1991 until 1996. Throughout his career, Briscoe showcased his skills on the mound, finishing with a record of 5-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.67. He recorded a total of 115 strikeouts and notched 2 saves during his time in the league.
Briscoe's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history that saw the game evolve in terms of player conditioning and offensive output. While he may not have achieved superstar status, his contributions as a reliable option in the bullpen and his ability to strike out batters highlighted his potential as a pitcher. Despite the challenges of competing in a league marked by increasing offensive prowess, Briscoe's resilience and dedication to the game remain noteworthy aspects of his professional journey.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 100 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 139.7 | 124 | 88 | 18 | 129 | 115 | 5.67 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 7.07 | -908.2 |
| 1992 | OAK | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 12 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 6.43 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | OAK | AL | 1 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 26 | 22 | 26 | 24 | 8.03 | -662.0 |
| 1994 | OAK | AL | 4 | 2 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 49.3 | 31 | 22 | 39 | 45 | 4.01 | -1335.7 |
| 1995 | OAK | AL | 0 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 25 | 17 | 21 | 19 | 8.35 | -1462.8 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 26.3 | 18 | 11 | 24 | 14 | 3.76 | -806.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | OAK | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | OAK | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | OAK | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | OAK | AL | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | OAK | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 18 | 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 | 100 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 1 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | OAK | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | OAK | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | OAK | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | OAK | P | 37 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | OAK | P | 16 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | OAK | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 100 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | OAK | AL | $150,000 |
| 1995 | OAK | AL | $150,000 |
| 1994 | OAK | AL | $114,000 |
| 1993 | OAK | AL | $110,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $524,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Christian University | Fort Worth | TX | 1987, 1988 |