Jack Cullen
Born: 10/6/1939 in Newark, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1962-09-09 | Final Game: 1966-05-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: John Patrick Cullen
Biography
Jack Cullen was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1939, whose career spanned from 1962 until his final game on May 5, 1966. During his time in Major League Baseball, Cullen established himself as a reliable arm on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 4-4 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.07. His ability to strike out batters was evident as he accumulated 34 strikeouts throughout his career, complemented by a single save, showcasing his capability to perform in high-pressure situations.
Cullen's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the emergence of more specialized roles for pitchers. His performances contributed to the evolving nature of pitching strategies in the early 1960s, a time when teams began to rely more heavily on bullpen specialists. While his time in the league was relatively brief, Cullen's contributions to the teams he played for reflected the competitive spirit of the era and underscored the importance of strong pitching in achieving team success. His legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 19 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 73.3 | 72 | 25 | 2 | 28 | 34 | 3.07 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3.0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.00 | - |
| 1965 | NYY | AL | 3 | 4 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 59.0 | 59 | 20 | 21 | 25 | 3.05 | - |
| 1966 | NYY | AL | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 3.97 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 23 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.130 | 0.130 | 0.130 | 0.261 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | NYY | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | NYY | AL | 12 | 20 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.150 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | NYY | AL | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 19 | 9 | 3 | 16 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | NYA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | NYA | P | 12 | 9 | 2 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
| 1966 | NYA | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 19 |