Chuck Crim
Born: 7/23/1961 in Van Nuys, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-04-08 | Final Game: 1994-08-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Charles Robert Crim
Biography
Chuck Crim, born in 1961, was a professional baseball pitcher who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 1987 until his retirement in 1994. Known for his reliability on the mound, Crim recorded a career win-loss record of 47-43, with a respectable earned run average (ERA) of 3.83. Over his tenure, he struck out 334 batters and collected 45 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. His ability to maintain composure under pressure and deliver key performances made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for.
Crim's professional journey began during a time when pitching depth was increasingly crucial in the game, as bullpens grew in importance with the evolution of strategies in the late 1980s and early 1990s. He played for several teams, including notable stints with the Milwaukee Brewers and the California Angels, where he left a lasting impact on the pitching staff. His contributions during this period reflected the changing landscape of baseball, where pitchers like Crim adapted to the demands of modern baseball while maintaining the traditional art of pitching.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 43 | 449 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 696.3 | 731 | 296 | 71 | 209 | 334 | 3.83 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 6 | 8 | 53 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 130.0 | 133 | 53 | 39 | 56 | 3.67 | - |
| 1988 | ATL | AL | 7 | 6 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 105.0 | 95 | 34 | 28 | 58 | 2.91 | - |
| 1989 | ATL | AL | 9 | 7 | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 117.7 | 114 | 37 | 36 | 59 | 2.83 | - |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 3 | 5 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 85.7 | 88 | 33 | 23 | 39 | 3.47 | - |
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 8 | 5 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 91.3 | 115 | 47 | 25 | 39 | 4.63 | - |
| 1992 | LAA | AL | 7 | 6 | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 87.0 | 100 | 50 | 29 | 30 | 5.17 | - |
| 1993 | LAA | AL | 2 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 17 | 10 | 5 | 10 | 5.87 | - |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 5 | 4 | 49 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 64.3 | 69 | 32 | 24 | 43 | 4.48 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 449 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | ATL | AL | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | ATL | AL | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | LAA | AL | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | LAA | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 49 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 449 | 6 | 62 | 94 | 11 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | ML4 | P | 53 | 5 | 14 | 17 | 4 | 3 |
| 1988 | ML4 | P | 70 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| 1989 | ML4 | P | 76 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| 1989 | ML4 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | ML4 | P | 67 | 0 | 10 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 1991 | ML4 | P | 66 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | CAL | P | 57 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | CAL | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | CHN | P | 49 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 449 |
| First Base | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CAL | AL | $1,100,000 |
| 1992 | CAL | AL | $1,100,000 |
| 1991 | ML4 | AL | $2,833,333 |
| 1990 | ML4 | AL | $600,000 |
| 1989 | ML4 | AL | $245,000 |
| 1988 | ML4 | AL | $101,000 |
| 1987 | ML4 | AL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,041,833 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii at Manoa | Honolulu | HI | 1980, 1981, 1982 |