George Culver, baseball player, 1966-1974

George Culver

Born: 7/8/1943 in Salinas, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1966-09-07 | Final Game: 1974-06-09

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: George Raymond Culver

Biography

George Culver was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1943 who played in Major League Baseball from 1966 to 1974. Over the course of his career, Culver established himself as a reliable arm on the mound, finishing with a record of 48 wins and 49 losses, alongside an earned run average (ERA) of 3.62. He recorded a total of 451 strikeouts and notched 23 saves, showcasing his ability to both start games and come in as a relief option when needed. Culver's career spanned a transformative era in baseball, marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility, he contributed to several teams, adapting to the evolving strategies of the sport. His performance on the field reflected both his skill and the changing dynamics of pitchers’ roles during the late 1960s and early 1970s, a time when the game saw significant advancements in training and player conditioning. After retiring, Culver left behind a legacy that highlighted the importance of dependable pitching in a rapidly changing baseball landscape.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
48 49 335 57 7 2 23 789.0 793 317 42 352 451 3.62 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
342 161 8 20 2 1 0 11 1 4 63 0.124 0.144 0.149 0.293 -548.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 335 57 67 156 13 13

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 335

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Bakersfield College Bakersfield CA 1962, 1963