Jason Dickson
Born: 3/30/1973 in London, ON, CAN
MLB Debut: 1996-08-21 | Final Game: 2000-05-14
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jason Royce Dickson
Biography
Jason Dickson was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1996 to 2000. Born in 1973, he made his mark in Major League Baseball during a period characterized by offensive prowess and a rapidly evolving game. Throughout his career, Dickson compiled a record of 26 wins and 25 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.99 and a total of 214 strikeouts. Though primarily known for his pitching skills, he did not record any saves during his time in the league.
Dickson's notable achievements include being named the TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year, highlighting his promising start in professional baseball. He was selected as an All-Star, an honor that underscored his competitive abilities and impact on the field. Despite playing in a challenging era for pitchers, Dickson's contributions to his teams and the sport remain part of his legacy. His playing style, marked by determination and skill, left a lasting impression on fans and fellow players alike.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 25 | 73 | 63 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 397.0 | 474 | 220 | 60 | 122 | 214 | 4.99 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 1 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 43.3 | 52 | 22 | 18 | 20 | 4.57 | - |
| 1997 | LAA | AL | 13 | 9 | 33 | 32 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 203.7 | 236 | 97 | 56 | 115 | 4.29 | - |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 10 | 10 | 27 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 122.0 | 147 | 82 | 41 | 61 | 6.05 | - |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 2 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.0 | 39 | 19 | 7 | 18 | 6.11 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.143 | 0.000 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | LAA | AL | 33 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 27 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 73 | 63 | 23 | 37 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CAL | P | 7 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | ANA | P | 33 | 32 | 8 | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| 1998 | ANA | P | 27 | 18 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | ANA | P | 6 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 73 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | ANA | AL | $375,000 |
| 1999 | ANA | AL | $375,000 |
| 1998 | ANA | AL | $295,000 |
| 1997 | ANA | AL | $162,000 |
| 1996 | CAL | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,316,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Oklahoma A&M College | Miami | OK | 1994 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 27.0 | 140 | 0 |