Mike Brown, baseball player, 1982-1987

Mike Brown

Born: 3/24/1959 in Camden County, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 1982-09-16 | Final Game: 1987-08-15

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Michael Gary Brown

Biography

Mike Brown, born in 1959, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1982 until his final game on August 15, 1987. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 12-20 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 5.75. Known for his right-handed pitching style, Brown showcased his abilities on the mound, accumulating a total of 115 strikeouts during his time in the league. Notably, he did not record any saves throughout his career, which reflected his role primarily as a starting pitcher and occasional reliever. Brown's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by shifts in player development and an increasing emphasis on offensive performance. Although he faced challenges in achieving a winning record, his contributions to his teams were marked by perseverance and determination. While he may not have garnered the headlines of some contemporaries, Brown's journey through the major leagues exemplified the hard work and dedication of many players during the 1980s, a decade defined by both emerging talent and evolving strategies on the field.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
12 20 61 42 3 1 0 253.7 324 162 35 102 115 5.75 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
61 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 61 42 29 31 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 61

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1986 BOS AL $80,000
Total Career Earnings $80,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Clemson University Clemson SC 1978, 1979, 1980