Ray Corbin
Born: 2/12/1949 in Live Oak, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1971-04-06 | Final Game: 1975-07-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Alton Ray Corbin
Biography
Ray Corbin, born in 1949, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1971 until his retirement in 1975. Over the course of his career, Corbin compiled a record of 36 wins and 38 losses, posting an earned run average (ERA) of 3.84. His pitching prowess was highlighted by his ability to strike out batters, finishing his career with a total of 348 strikeouts, and he also contributed to his teams with 17 saves.
Corbin's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the emergence of more powerful hitters and evolving pitching strategies. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Corbin was able to adapt to the changing landscape of the game. His contributions as both a starting pitcher and a reliever showcased his value to his teams during the early 1970s, a time when pitching was becoming increasingly specialized. Although his career was relatively brief, Corbin's performance left a lasting impact on the teams he played for, and he remains a respected figure among fans and historians of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 38 | 181 | 63 | 12 | 3 | 17 | 652.3 | 638 | 278 | 59 | 261 | 348 | 3.84 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | MIN | AL | 8 | 11 | 52 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 140.3 | 141 | 64 | 70 | 83 | 4.10 | -4043.5 |
| 1972 | MIN | AL | 8 | 9 | 31 | 19 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 161.7 | 135 | 47 | 53 | 83 | 2.62 | -701.6 |
| 1973 | MIN | AL | 8 | 5 | 51 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 148.3 | 124 | 50 | 60 | 83 | 3.03 | 1419.2 |
| 1974 | MIN | AL | 7 | 6 | 29 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 112.3 | 133 | 66 | 40 | 50 | 5.29 | -387.5 |
| 1975 | MIN | AL | 5 | 7 | 18 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 89.7 | 105 | 51 | 38 | 49 | 5.12 | -2297.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 184 | 83 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 36 | 0.133 | 0.172 | 0.145 | 0.317 | -517.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | MIN | AL | 52 | 34 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 0.206 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | MIN | AL | 34 | 49 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 0.082 | -517.5 |
| 1973 | MIN | AL | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | MIN | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | MIN | AL | 18 | 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 | 181 | 63 | 49 | 99 | 13 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | MIN | P | 52 | 11 | 7 | 30 | 2 | 0 |
| 1972 | MIN | P | 31 | 19 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 1 |
| 1973 | MIN | P | 51 | 7 | 13 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
| 1974 | MIN | P | 29 | 15 | 11 | 21 | 3 | 1 |
| 1975 | MIN | P | 18 | 11 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 181 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Florida Community College | Madison | FL | 1967 |