Ed Correa
Born: 4/29/1966 in Hato Rey, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1985-09-18 | Final Game: 1987-07-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 192 lbs
Full name: Edwin Josue Correa
Biography
Ed Correa, born in 1966, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1985 until 1987. He made his debut with the Chicago White Sox and later played for the Texas Rangers, contributing to his teams with a competitive spirit and a diverse pitching repertoire. Correa's career was marked by a record of 16 wins and 19 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.16 over his time in the league. He struck out a total of 260 batters but did not record any saves during his career.
Correa pitched during a transitional period in baseball, as the game was shifting towards a more offensive style in the late 1980s. While he did not achieve the level of stardom that some of his contemporaries did, his contributions on the mound were notable for their consistency and determination. Despite facing challenges in the highly competitive landscape of Major League Baseball, Correa's legacy remains as a testament to the hard work and dedication required to succeed in the sport. His career, though relatively brief, left an indelible mark on the teams he represented.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 19 | 52 | 48 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 282.7 | 261 | 162 | 34 | 189 | 260 | 5.16 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 6.97 | - |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 12 | 14 | 32 | 32 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 202.3 | 167 | 95 | 126 | 189 | 4.23 | 1018.2 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 3 | 5 | 15 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.0 | 83 | 59 | 52 | 61 | 7.59 | -4246.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CHW | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 15 | 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 | 52 | 48 | 25 | 43 | 6 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CHA | P | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | TEX | P | 32 | 32 | 20 | 34 | 3 | 0 |
| 1987 | TEX | P | 15 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 52 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | TEX | AL | $130,000 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | $130,000 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $322,500 | ||