Danny Darwin, baseball player, 1978-1998

Danny Darwin

Born: 10/25/1955 in Bonham, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1978-09-08 | Final Game: 1998-09-22

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Danny Wayne Darwin

Biography

Danny Darwin, born in 1955, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1978 to 1998. Over two decades, he established himself as a reliable arm in Major League Baseball, finishing his career with a record of 171 wins and 182 losses, alongside an earned run average (ERA) of 3.84. Known for his durability and competitive nature, Darwin struck out a total of 1,942 batters throughout his tenure, and he recorded 32 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. Darwin played during a transformative era in baseball, navigating the game through significant changes in pitching strategy and player conditioning. His ability to adapt to the evolving landscape of the sport contributed to his longevity and effectiveness on the mound. As teams increasingly relied on specialized roles, Darwin's experience and skill made him a valuable asset, allowing him to contribute to various rotations and bullpens throughout his career. His impact on the game is remembered not only through his statistics but also through the resilience and professionalism he displayed on and off the field.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
171 182 716 371 53 9 32 3016.7 2951 1286 321 874 1942 3.84 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
722 305 15 39 11 2 2 22 2 6 171 0.128 0.146 0.197 0.343 -1096.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 716 371 184 364 27 26

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 716

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1996 Player of the Week Week of 1996-06-08
1993 Pitcher of the Month May
1990 Pitcher of the Month July
1981 Player of the Week Week of 1981-06-05

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1998 SFN NL $710,000
1997 CHA AL $475,000
1996 PIT NL $550,000
1995 TEX AL $109,000
1995 TOR AL $300,000
1994 BOS AL $2,650,000
1993 BOS AL $2,750,000
1992 BOS AL $3,350,000
1991 BOS AL $3,250,000
1990 HOU NL $1,200,000
1989 HOU NL $855,000
1988 HOU NL $760,000
1987 HOU NL $740,000
1986 ML4 AL $610,000
1985 ML4 AL $565,000
Total Career Earnings $18,874,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Grayson County College Denison TX 1976