Mark Dewey
Born: 1/3/1965 in Grand Rapids, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-08-24 | Final Game: 1996-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Mark Alan Dewey
Biography
Mark Dewey, born in 1965, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1990 to 1996. Known for his competitive spirit and solid pitching mechanics, Dewey made a name for himself in the Major Leagues with a career record of 12-7 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.65. Over the course of his tenure, he recorded 168 strikeouts and secured 8 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. His ability to limit runs and maintain composure under pressure made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for during the early years of the 1990s, a time characterized by a transition in the game as offenses began to evolve.
Dewey's career unfolded during an era marked by significant changes in baseball, including the rise of power hitters and a growing emphasis on bullpen specialization. Despite these challenges, he carved out a respectable niche for himself through his reliability on the mound. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Dewey’s contributions to his teams and the game overall reflected the dedication and hard work that defined many pitchers of his generation. After retiring in 1996, his legacy lived on as a reminder of the skill and tenacity required to succeed in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 7 | 205 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 249.0 | 243 | 101 | 18 | 102 | 168 | 3.65 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SFG | NL | 1 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 22 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 2.78 | - |
| 1992 | NYN | NL | 1 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 | 37 | 16 | 10 | 24 | 4.32 | 606.1 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 1 | 2 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 26.7 | 14 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 2.36 | 529.4 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 2 | 1 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 51.3 | 61 | 21 | 19 | 30 | 3.68 | 325.2 |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 1 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31.7 | 30 | 11 | 17 | 32 | 3.13 | - |
| 1996 | SFG | NL | 6 | 3 | 78 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 83.3 | 79 | 39 | 41 | 57 | 4.21 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 205 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.091 | 0.286 | 0.091 | 0.377 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SFG | NL | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | NYN | NL | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 45 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | SFG | NL | 78 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 205 | 0 | 20 | 37 | 2 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SFN | P | 14 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1992 | NYN | P | 20 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | PIT | P | 21 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | PIT | P | 45 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 | SFN | P | 27 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 | SFN | P | 78 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 205 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SFN | NL | $225,000 |
| 1995 | SFN | NL | $170,000 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | $140,000 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $655,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale | MI | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 |