Britt Burns, baseball player, 1978-1985

Britt Burns

Born: 6/8/1959 in Houston, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1978-08-05 | Final Game: 1985-09-30

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Robert Britt Burns

Biography

Britt Burns was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1959, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during his career from 1978 to 1985. Known for his strong left arm and competitive spirit, Burns finished his career with a record of 70-60 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.66. Over the course of his time in the league, he struck out 734 batters and recorded 3 saves, showcasing his ability to dominate opposing lineups. Burns earned a selection to the All-Star Game, highlighting his recognition among peers and fans alike. Playing primarily during the late 1970s and early 1980s, an era marked by a transition in pitching styles and offensive strategies, Burns was known for his durability on the mound and his capacity to handle pressure situations. His contributions to his teams were pivotal, as he often served as a reliable starter, helping to anchor pitching rotations during a time when the game was evolving. While his career was relatively brief, Burns left a lasting legacy as a skilled pitcher who exemplified the grit and determination that defined many players of his era.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
70 60 193 161 39 11 3 1094.3 1045 445 93 362 734 3.66 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
193 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1983 ALCS CHA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
0 1 1 1 0 9.3 6 1 5 8 0.96

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1983 ALCS CHA 0 1 1 1 0 9.3 6 1 5 8 0.96

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 193 161 17 117 9 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 193

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1981 Player of the Week Week of 1981-08-21
1980 TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1986 NYA AL $750,000
1985 CHA AL $727,500
Total Career Earnings $1,477,500

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1985 Cy Young Award AL 7th 2.0 140 0
1981 Cy Young Award AL 7th 2.0 140 0
1980 Rookie of the Year AL 5th 33.0 140 4