John Cummings

John Cummings, born in 1969, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 until 1997. Known for his competitive spirit and resilience on the mound, Cummings made his mark during a transitional period in baseball characterized by the rise of power hitting and offensive production. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 10-15 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 5.33. Cummings struck out a total of 114 batters during his time in the majors, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters and contribute to his team's pitching staff. While he did not record any saves, his role as a starting pitcher allowed him to be an integral part of the rotation for the teams he played with. Though his career was relatively brief, Cummings' journey through the league reflected the challenges many pitchers faced during the 1990s, a decade marked by both the emergence of dominant hitters and evolving pitching strategies.