Mark Clear, baseball player, 1979-1990

Mark Clear

Born: 5/27/1956 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1979-04-04 | Final Game: 1990-05-16

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Mark Alan Clear

Biography

Mark Clear was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1979 to 1990. Born in 1956, Clear made his mark in an era characterized by the emergence of power hitting and evolving pitching styles. He compiled a career record of 71 wins and 49 losses, maintaining a respectable earned run average (ERA) of 3.85 over his time in the league. Known for his durability and effectiveness on the mound, Clear struck out 804 batters while also securing 83 saves, highlighting his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. Clear's accolades included being named TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year, showcasing his immediate impact upon entering the league. He was selected as an All-Star twice, demonstrating his recognition among peers and fans alike. His career showcased the transition in baseball during the late 1970s and 1980s, as pitchers adapted to the increasing offensive prowess of hitters. Mark Clear remains a respected figure in baseball history, remembered for his contributions to the game and his ability to perform under pressure.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
71 49 481 1 0 0 83 804.3 674 344 60 554 804 3.85 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
481 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
1 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
1979 ALCS CAL 1 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 1 0 0 5.7 4 3 2 3 4.76

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1979 ALCS CAL 0 0 1 0 0 5.7 4 3 2 3 4.76

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 481 1 49 79 10 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 481

Awards & Honors

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1988 ML4 AL $535,000
1987 ML4 AL $685,000
1986 ML4 AL $671,560
1985 BOS AL $580,000
Total Career Earnings $2,471,560

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1979 Most Valuable Player AL 19th 12.0 392 0
1979 Rookie of the Year AL 3rd 5.0 28 5