Tony Brizzolara

Tony Brizzolara, born in 1957, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1979 until 1984. Known for his competitive spirit on the mound, Brizzolara's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the evolution of pitching strategies and the increasing emphasis on power hitting. He made his debut in a league that was beginning to embrace more specialized roles and the emergence of relief pitchers. Throughout his career, Brizzolara compiled a win-loss record of 8-11 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 5.06. He struck out a total of 98 batters and recorded one save, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief situations. While he may not have achieved the notoriety of some of his contemporaries, Brizzolara's dedication to the craft of pitching and his role in the teams he played for reflected the hard-working ethos of the era. His career in the majors spanned over five seasons, leaving an indelible mark on the teams he represented.