Tim Burke
Born: 2/19/1959 in Omaha, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-04-08 | Final Game: 1992-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Timothy Philip Burke
Biography
Tim Burke, born in 1959, was a notable pitcher in Major League Baseball who played from 1985 until his retirement in 1992. Over the course of his career, he established himself as a reliable reliever, finishing with a record of 49-33 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.72. His effectiveness on the mound was underscored by his 444 strikeouts and 102 saves, indicative of his ability to perform under pressure and secure victories for his teams.
Burke's career was highlighted by his selection as an All-Star, which recognized his contributions to the game during a competitive era of baseball marked by a transition in pitching styles and strategies. Known for his durability and consistency, he played a crucial role in the bullpens of the teams he represented, showcasing a blend of power and finesse that made him a valuable asset. His performance left a lasting impact in the league, and he remains a respected figure among fans and historians of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 33 | 498 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 102 | 699.3 | 624 | 211 | 49 | 219 | 444 | 2.72 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | WSN | NL | 9 | 4 | 78 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 120.3 | 86 | 32 | 44 | 87 | 2.39 | - |
| 1986 | WSN | NL | 9 | 7 | 68 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 101.3 | 103 | 33 | 46 | 82 | 2.93 | - |
| 1987 | WSN | NL | 7 | 0 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 91.0 | 64 | 12 | 17 | 58 | 1.19 | - |
| 1988 | WSN | NL | 3 | 5 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 82.0 | 84 | 31 | 25 | 42 | 3.40 | - |
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 9 | 3 | 68 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 84.7 | 68 | 24 | 22 | 54 | 2.55 | - |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 3 | 3 | 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 75.0 | 71 | 21 | 21 | 47 | 2.52 | - |
| 1991 | WSN | NL | 3 | 4 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 46.0 | 41 | 21 | 14 | 25 | 4.11 | - |
| 1991 | NYN | NL | 3 | 3 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 55.7 | 55 | 17 | 12 | 34 | 2.75 | 651.3 |
| 1992 | NYY | AL | 2 | 2 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.7 | 26 | 10 | 15 | 8 | 3.25 | - |
| 1992 | NYN | NL | 1 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.7 | 26 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 5.74 | 177.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 498 | 44 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 0.045 | 0.125 | 0.045 | 0.170 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | WSN | NL | 78 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | WSN | NL | 68 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | WSN | NL | 55 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | WSN | NL | 61 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 68 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 58 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | WSN | NL | 37 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | NYN | NL | 35 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | NYY | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | NYN | NL | 15 | 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 | 498 | 2 | 36 | 143 | 5 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | MON | P | 78 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 1 | 2 |
| 1986 | MON | P | 68 | 2 | 4 | 22 | 1 | 1 |
| 1987 | MON | P | 55 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | MON | P | 61 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | MON | P | 68 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | MON | P | 58 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | MON | P | 37 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | NYN | P | 35 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 1992 | NYA | P | 23 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | NYN | P | 15 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 498 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | NYN | NL | $2,266,667 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | $2,266,667 |
| 1990 | MON | NL | $1,600,000 |
| 1989 | MON | NL | $740,000 |
| 1988 | MON | NL | $625,000 |
| 1987 | MON | NL | $210,000 |
| 1986 | MON | NL | $160,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $7,868,334 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska at Lincoln | Lincoln | NE | 1978, 1979, 1980 |