Steve Brown
Born: 2/12/1957 in San Francisco, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-08-01 | Final Game: 1984-04-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Steven Elbert Brown
Biography
Steve Brown, born in 1957, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from August 1, 1983, to April 24, 1984. During his brief career, Brown made notable contributions as a member of the pitching staff, finishing with a win-loss record of 2-4 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.58. Over the course of his tenure in the league, he recorded a total of 28 strikeouts while serving primarily in a relief role, although he did not register any saves.
Brown's career unfolded during a transitional time in baseball, just before the onset of the mid-1980s power surge that would change the game's dynamics. His playing style reflected the characteristics of many pitchers of the era, focusing on solid mechanics and control. While his time in the big leagues was short, Brown's experience on the mound contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, encapsulating the challenges faced by many players striving to make an impact in a highly competitive environment.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 15 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 57.0 | 61 | 29 | 4 | 25 | 28 | 4.58 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | LAA | AL | 2 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 46.0 | 45 | 18 | 16 | 23 | 3.52 | - |
| 1984 | LAA | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 16 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 9.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | LAA | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | LAA | AL | 3 | 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 | 15 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | CAL | P | 12 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | CAL | P | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 15 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Davis | Davis | CA | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |