Jeff Calhoun
Born: 4/11/1958 in LaGrange, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-09-02 | Final Game: 1988-04-14
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jeffrey Wilton Calhoun
Biography
Jeff Calhoun, born in 1958, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1984 to 1988. Known for his strong right arm and effective pitching style, Calhoun made a significant impact during his time in Major League Baseball. He finished his career with a record of 6-7 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.51, showcasing his ability to limit runs and maintain control on the mound. Over his tenure, he struck out 104 batters and recorded 5 saves, demonstrating his versatility and effectiveness in various game situations.
Calhoun's playing career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented game. His skill set was particularly valuable in an age where pitching depth became increasingly important for teams seeking competitive advantages. While his career was relatively brief, Calhoun's contributions on the mound left a lasting impression on the teams he played for and highlighted his dedication to the craft of pitching.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 7 | 118 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 150.7 | 120 | 42 | 8 | 65 | 104 | 2.51 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | HOU | NL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 1.17 | 802.3 |
| 1985 | HOU | NL | 2 | 5 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 63.7 | 56 | 18 | 24 | 47 | 2.54 | 1848.5 |
| 1986 | HOU | NL | 1 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.7 | 28 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 3.71 | -376.1 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | 3 | 1 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 42.7 | 25 | 7 | 26 | 31 | 1.48 | 723.6 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.3 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 15.43 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.125 | 0.000 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | HOU | NL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | HOU | NL | 44 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | HOU | NL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | NLCS | HOU | 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 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | NLCS | HOU | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 118 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | HOU | P | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | HOU | P | 44 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 2 |
| 1986 | HOU | P | 20 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | PHI | P | 42 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | PHI | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 118 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | PHI | NL | $125,000 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | $85,000 |
| 1986 | HOU | NL | $95,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $305,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi | Oxford | MS | 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980 |