Mike Christopher
Born: 11/3/1963 in Petersburg, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-09-10 | Final Game: 1996-05-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Michael Wayne Christopher
Biography
Mike Christopher, born in 1963, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career spanning from 1991 to 1996. Making his Major League debut during the early 1990s, Christopher played during a time when baseball was experiencing a resurgence in offensive production, characterized by the emergence of power hitters and the gradual evolution of pitching strategies. Over his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 5-1 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.9, showcasing his role in a bullpen that required versatility and the ability to perform under pressure.
Throughout his time in the majors, Christopher accumulated a total of 76 strikeouts and secured one save, demonstrating his capability as a reliever. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to his teams were valuable during a competitive era in baseball, when many pitchers faced challenges from increasingly potent lineups. Christopher's journey through the game reflected the experiences of many players who navigated the complexities of Major League Baseball in the 1990s, making him a notable figure in the sport's rich history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1 | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 125.0 | 151 | 68 | 25 | 40 | 76 | 4.90 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAD | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.00 | - |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 17 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 3.00 | -318.1 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 3.86 | -375.2 |
| 1995 | DET | AL | 4 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 61.3 | 71 | 26 | 14 | 34 | 3.82 | -33.8 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | 1 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.0 | 47 | 31 | 11 | 19 | 9.30 | -2712.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAD | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | DET | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | 13 | 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 | 71 | 0 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAN | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CLE | P | 10 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | CLE | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | DET | P | 36 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | DET | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 71 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | DET | AL | $200,000 |
| 1995 | DET | AL | $156,000 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | $123,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $479,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Carolina University | Greenville | NC | 1984, 1985 |