Dennis Burtt
Born: 11/29/1957 in San Diego, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-09-04 | Final Game: 1986-04-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Dennis Allen Burtt
Biography
Dennis Burtt, born in 1957, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1986. Over his brief career, Burtt appeared in a total of 8 games, finishing with a record of 2-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.64. Known for his competitive spirit on the mound, he struck out 10 batters during his time in the league but did not record any saves.
Burtt's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by a shift towards more offensive play and the emergence of power hitters. Despite his limited time in the majors, he contributed to the rich tapestry of pitching talent during the mid-1980s. His journey from minor leagues to the big leagues reflects the challenges faced by many aspiring players during that era, making his story an integral part of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.3 | 27 | 19 | 3 | 10 | 10 | 5.64 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.3 | 20 | 12 | 7 | 9 | 3.81 | 132.2 |
| 1986 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 31.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | MIN | 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 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | MIN | P | 5 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1986 | MIN | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana College | Santa Ana | CA | 1976 |