Mike Christopher, baseball player, 1991-1996

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

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

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

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