Mickey Callaway
Born: 5/13/1975 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-06-12 | Final Game: 2004-08-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Michael Christopher Callaway
Biography
Mickey Callaway, born in 1975, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1999 to 2004. Known for his competitive spirit and dedication to the game, Callaway made his mark during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport began to embrace advanced analytics and performance metrics. Over the course of his career, he appeared in a total of 15 games, finishing with a record of 4-11 and an earned run average (ERA) of 6.27. He recorded 86 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats, although he did not register any saves during his time on the mound.
Callaway's career spanned the early 2000s, a time characterized by a significant offensive surge in baseball. Despite the challenges he faced on the field, including injuries and stiff competition, he continued to develop his skills and contributed to his teams with a relentless work ethic. After retiring as a player, Callaway transitioned into coaching and management, where he utilized his extensive knowledge of the game to influence the next generation of players. His journey from a player with modest statistics to a respected figure in baseball coaching underscores his enduring passion for the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 11 | 40 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 130.7 | 166 | 91 | 17 | 58 | 86 | 6.27 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | TBR | AL | 1 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 30 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 7.45 | - |
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 7.20 | - |
| 2002 | LAA | AL | 2 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.3 | 31 | 16 | 11 | 23 | 4.19 | - |
| 2003 | LAA | AL | 1 | 4 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.3 | 57 | 29 | 16 | 22 | 6.81 | - |
| 2003 | TEX | AL | 0 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.3 | 27 | 16 | 8 | 19 | 6.45 | 1043.7 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 18 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 7.94 | -399.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 | 0.667 | 0.667 | 1.333 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | TBR | AL | 6 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | LAA | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | LAA | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | TEX | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | 4 | 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 | 40 | 20 | 14 | 15 | 3 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | TBA | P | 5 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | TBA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | ANA | P | 6 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2003 | ANA | P | 17 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | TEX | P | 6 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | TEX | P | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 40 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | TEX | AL | $320,000 |
| 2003 | ANA | AL | $302,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $622,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi | Oxford | MS | 1994, 1995, 1996 |