Doug Corbett, baseball player, 1980-1987

Doug Corbett

Born: 11/4/1952 in Sarasota, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-04-10 | Final Game: 1987-07-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Douglas Mitchell Corbett

Biography

Doug Corbett, born in 1952, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1980 until his retirement in 1987. Known for his reliable pitching and ability to close out games, Corbett recorded a career record of 24-30 with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.32. Over his career, he struck out 343 batters and notched 66 saves, showcasing his effectiveness in high-pressure situations. His performance earned him recognition as an All-Star, a testament to his skill and contributions to the game during his active years. Corbett's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the rise of power hitters and a shift towards more specialized pitching roles. His ability to adapt to these changes underscored his value as a pitcher who could excel both as a starter and a reliever. Although he may not have achieved a lengthy career, his impact on the teams he played for and his accomplishments on the mound solidified his place in baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
24 30 313 1 0 0 66 553.0 497 204 49 200 343 3.32 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
313 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
3 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
1986 ALCS CAL 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1 0 3 0 0 6.7 9 4 2 2 5.40

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1986 ALCS CAL 1 0 3 0 0 6.7 9 4 2 2 5.40

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 313 1 48 108 5 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 313

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1986 CAL AL $410,000
1985 CAL AL $360,000
Total Career Earnings $770,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Florida Gainesville FL 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1980 Rookie of the Year AL 3rd 38.0 140 3