Keith Brown
Born: 2/14/1964 in Flagstaff, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-08-25 | Final Game: 1992-07-11
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Keith Edward Brown
Biography
Keith Brown, born in 1964, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1988 to 1992. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Brown made a notable impact during his time in Major League Baseball. He finished his career with a record of 2-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.4, showcasing his ability to keep opposing hitters at bay. Over the course of his career, he recorded 23 strikeouts, reflecting his capability to generate swings and misses, and while he did not register any saves, his contributions were significant in various game situations.
Brown played during an era marked by a transition in baseball dynamics, as the game was beginning to embrace more specialized roles for pitchers. His tenure in the league provided a glimpse into the evolving strategies of the time, where pitchers were increasingly relied upon for their ability to navigate high-pressure situations. Though his statistical achievements may not place him among the all-time greats, Brown's dedication to the craft and his role in the game during the late 1980s and early 1990s remains a testament to the competitive spirit of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 25 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47.7 | 51 | 18 | 5 | 18 | 23 | 3.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CIN | NL | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.3 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 2.76 | 69.1 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 8 | 4.76 | -177.1 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 15 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 2.25 | 66.8 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CIN | NL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 25 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CIN | P | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1990 | CIN | P | 8 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | CIN | P | 11 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | CIN | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 25 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CIN | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $100,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Siskiyous | Weed | CA | 1983, 1984 |
| California State University Sacramento | Sacramento | CA | 1985, 1986 |