Mike Cook
Born: 8/14/1963 in Charleston, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-07-01 | Final Game: 1993-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Michael Horace Cook
Biography
Mike Cook, born in 1963, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from July 1, 1986, to October 3, 1993. Cook played in an era characterized by the evolving dynamics of Major League Baseball, where offensive strategies were increasingly emphasized. Throughout his time in the league, he compiled a record of 1-6 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.55. His career included a total of 53 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters despite not recording any saves.
While Cook may not have achieved the hallmark statistics of some of his contemporaries, he contributed to the teams he played for during a transitional period in baseball history. His experiences on the mound reflected the challenges and competitive nature of the game in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Cook's journey through Major League Baseball remains a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to compete at the highest level, even when faced with the realities of a demanding sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 41 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 71.3 | 74 | 44 | 11 | 45 | 53 | 5.55 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | LAA | AL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 9.00 | - |
| 1987 | LAA | AL | 1 | 2 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.3 | 34 | 21 | 18 | 27 | 5.50 | - |
| 1988 | LAA | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4.91 | - |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.3 | 22 | 12 | 17 | 15 | 5.06 | -421.5 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | LAA | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | LAA | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | LAA | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 2 | 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 | 41 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | CAL | P | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CAL | P | 16 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1988 | CAL | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | MIN | P | 15 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | BAL | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 41 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina | Columbia | SC | 1983, 1984, 1985 |