Ken Clay, baseball player, 1977-1981

Ken Clay

Born: 4/6/1954 in Lynchburg, VA, USA

MLB Debut: 1977-06-07 | Final Game: 1981-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Kenneth Earl Clay

Biography

Ken Clay, born in 1954, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1977 to 1981. Clay's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more power-oriented game. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 10 wins and 24 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.68. He recorded a total of 129 strikeouts and secured 3 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief roles. Clay played for several teams during his time in the league, where he was known for his competitive spirit and ability to pitch under pressure. Despite facing challenges on the mound, his resilience and dedication to the game reflected the tenacity of many players from the late 1970s and early 1980s, an era that saw the emergence of numerous baseball legends. Though his statistical achievements may not place him among the most celebrated pitchers, Clay's journey through Major League Baseball remains a testament to the dedication required to compete at the highest level of the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
10 24 111 36 0 0 3 353.7 389 184 35 141 129 4.68 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
111 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1978 WS NYA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1978 ALCS NYA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1977 WS NYA 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
0 0 4 0 1 9.7 6 4 6 4 3.72

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1978 ALCS NYA 0 0 1 0 1 3.7 0 0 3 2 0.00
1978 WS NYA 0 0 1 0 0 2.3 4 3 2 2 11.57
1977 WS NYA 0 0 2 0 0 3.7 2 1 1 0 2.45

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 111 36 31 42 5 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 111