Keith Comstock
Born: 12/23/1955 in San Francisco, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-04-03 | Final Game: 1991-08-05
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 174 lbs
Full name: Keith Martin Comstock
Biography
Keith Comstock was a professional baseball pitcher, born in 1955, who enjoyed a career in Major League Baseball from 1984 to 1991. Over his tenure in the league, Comstock played for several teams, most notably the San Diego Padres and the Seattle Mariners. He was recognized for his versatility on the mound, contributing both as a starter and a reliever. His playing style was characterized by a solid command of his pitches, which allowed him to accumulate a career record of 10-7, an earned run average (ERA) of 4.06, and a total of 142 strikeouts throughout his time in the majors.
Comstock's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball, marked by a shift in offensive strategies and the emergence of power hitters. Despite the challenges posed by this offensive environment, he managed to carve out a niche for himself, earning three saves and demonstrating the ability to perform under pressure. While he might not have been a household name, Comstock's contributions to the teams he played for and his perseverance in the game reflect the tenacity of many players who made their mark in the late 20th century. His journey through the league remains a testament to the hard work and dedication required to succeed at the highest levels of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 7 | 144 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 153.0 | 134 | 69 | 14 | 75 | 142 | 4.06 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8.53 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | SDP | NL | 0 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.0 | 33 | 22 | 21 | 38 | 5.50 | - |
| 1987 | SFG | NL | 2 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 20.7 | 19 | 7 | 10 | 21 | 3.05 | - |
| 1988 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 9 | 6.75 | - |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 1 | 2 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.7 | 26 | 8 | 10 | 22 | 2.81 | 309.6 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 7 | 4 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 56.0 | 40 | 18 | 26 | 50 | 2.89 | 732.5 |
| 1991 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 54.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 144 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | SDP | NL | 26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | SFG | NL | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | SDP | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | SEA | AL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 144 | 0 | 6 | 22 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | MIN | P | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | SDN | P | 26 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | SFN | P | 15 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | SFN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | SDN | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | SEA | P | 31 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | SEA | P | 60 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | SEA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 144 |
| Right Field | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SEA | AL | $114,000 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | $80,000 |
| 1987 | SFN | NL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $256,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada College | Redwood City | CA | 1975, 1976 |