Ken Dixon, baseball player, 1984-1987

Ken Dixon

Born: 10/17/1960 in Monroe, VA, USA

MLB Debut: 1984-09-22 | Final Game: 1987-09-14

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 166 lbs

Full name: Kenneth John Dixon

Biography

Ken Dixon, born in 1960, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1984 to 1987. During his career, he showcased his talents with a record of 26 wins and 28 losses, along with a 4.66 earned run average (ERA). Dixon was known for his strikeout ability, accumulating a total of 377 strikeouts over his tenure, and he recorded 6 saves, reflecting his versatility as both a starting and relief pitcher. Dixon's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the increasing prominence of power hitting and evolving pitching strategies. His contributions on the mound were characterized by a competitive spirit and a capacity to handle pressure situations. While his overall win-loss record may not reflect a dominant pitcher, his strikeout numbers indicated a capability to overpower batters, making him a valuable asset to the teams he represented. After his retirement on September 14, 1987, Dixon left behind a legacy as a determined competitor within the diverse landscape of 1980s baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
26 28 105 68 5 1 6 482.3 480 250 85 178 377 4.66 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
108 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 105 68 44 47 7 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 105
Designated Hitter 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1987 BAL AL $155,000
1986 BAL AL $140,000
Total Career Earnings $295,000