Steve Chitren
Born: 6/8/1967 in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
MLB Debut: 1990-09-05 | Final Game: 1991-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Stephen Vincent Chitren
Biography
Steve Chitren, born in 1967, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1990 to 1991. Over his brief career, Chitren showcased his talents on the mound with a record of 2-4 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.58. He demonstrated his ability to strike out hitters, amassing a total of 66 strikeouts, and contributed to his teams as a reliable reliever, finishing with 4 saves.
Chitren's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the growing emphasis on power hitters and the evolution of pitching strategies. Despite his limited time in the majors, he left an imprint as a competent left-handed pitcher. His performances provided teams with depth in their pitching rotations, exemplifying the importance of versatility in a player's role during the early 1990s. After his time in the league, Chitren's journey continued in the sport, though his major league contributions remain a notable part of his professional narrative.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 78.0 | 66 | 31 | 8 | 36 | 66 | 3.58 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | OAK | AL | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.7 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 19 | 1.02 | 1119.1 |
| 1991 | OAK | AL | 1 | 4 | 56 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 60.3 | 59 | 29 | 32 | 47 | 4.33 | -1374.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | OAK | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | OAK | AL | 56 | 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 | 64 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | OAK | P | 8 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | OAK | P | 56 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 64 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | OAK | AL | $105,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $105,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 |