John Caneira
Born: 10/7/1952 in Waterbury, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-09-10 | Final Game: 1978-07-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: John Cascaes Caneira
Biography
John Caneira was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1952, whose career spanned from 1977 to 1978. He played in Major League Baseball primarily for a short stint, making his debut on September 10, 1977, and concluding his career on July 22, 1978. During his time in the league, Caneira compiled a win-loss record of 2-2 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.71. He recorded a total of 17 strikeouts throughout his career and did not register any saves.
Caneira's playing style showcased the competitive spirit of the late 1970s, a period characterized by a transition in baseball with the rise of power hitters and a focus on pitching depth. While his time in the majors was brief, his contributions reflected the challenges and dynamics of the era, where many pitchers vied for opportunities in a rapidly changing game. Despite a limited statistical impact, Caneira's journey through professional baseball remains a testament to the dedication required to reach the major leagues.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.3 | 35 | 19 | 7 | 19 | 17 | 4.71 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 2 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.7 | 27 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 4.08 | - |
| 1978 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 7.04 | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | LAA | AL | 2 | 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 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | CAL | P | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1978 | CAL | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Connecticut State University | Willimantic | CT | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 |