Pat Clements
Born: 2/2/1962 in McCloud, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-04-09 | Final Game: 1992-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Patrick Brian Clements
Biography
Pat Clements was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1985 to 1992. Born in 1962, he made his mark in the Major Leagues during a time when the game was evolving, transitioning from the late 1980s into the early 1990s. Clements was known for his solid command and ability to handle pressure situations, which was reflected in his career statistics. He finished his career with a record of 17-11, an earned run average (ERA) of 3.77, and amassed 158 strikeouts alongside 12 saves.
Throughout his time in the major leagues, Clements contributed to his teams with versatility, often taking on crucial roles in both starting and relief pitching. His ability to perform effectively in high-leverage situations underscored his importance in the bullpen, a role that became increasingly vital as teams began to emphasize relief pitching in their strategies. Clements' career, while perhaps not adorned with the accolades of some contemporaries, showcased the depth of talent present in baseball during his era, providing a reliable option for managers looking to solidify their pitching staff. His legacy is a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to succeed in professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 11 | 288 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 360.3 | 362 | 151 | 17 | 160 | 158 | 3.77 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | LAA | AL | 5 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 62.0 | 47 | 23 | 25 | 19 | 3.34 | - |
| 1985 | PIT | NL | 0 | 2 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 34.3 | 39 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 3.67 | 113.7 |
| 1986 | PIT | NL | 0 | 4 | 65 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 61.0 | 53 | 19 | 32 | 31 | 2.80 | 513.6 |
| 1987 | NYY | AL | 3 | 3 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 80.0 | 91 | 44 | 30 | 36 | 4.95 | - |
| 1988 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.3 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 6.48 | - |
| 1989 | SDP | NL | 4 | 1 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.0 | 39 | 17 | 15 | 18 | 3.92 | - |
| 1990 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 20 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 4.15 | - |
| 1991 | SDP | NL | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.3 | 13 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 3.77 | - |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | 2 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 23 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 3.28 | 68.8 |
| 1992 | SDP | NL | 2 | 1 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.7 | 25 | 7 | 12 | 11 | 2.66 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 288 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.059 | 0.059 | 0.059 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | LAA | AL | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | PIT | NL | 27 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | PIT | NL | 65 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | NYY | AL | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | NYY | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | SDP | NL | 23 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | SDP | NL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | SDP | NL | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SDP | NL | 27 | 1 | 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 | 288 | 2 | 22 | 72 | 1 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CAL | P | 41 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 2 |
| 1985 | PIT | P | 27 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | PIT | P | 65 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | NYA | P | 55 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 2 |
| 1988 | NYA | P | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | SDN | P | 23 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1990 | SDN | P | 9 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | SDN | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1992 | BAL | P | 23 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 1992 | SDN | P | 27 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 288 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | SDN | NL | $145,000 |
| 1990 | SDN | NL | $245,000 |
| 1989 | SDN | NL | $205,000 |
| 1987 | NYA | AL | $125,000 |
| 1986 | PIT | NL | $102,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $822,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1981, 1982, 1983 |