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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | BAL | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 4.15 | 114.2 |
| 1985 | BAL | AL | 8 | 4 | 34 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 162.0 | 144 | 66 | 64 | 108 | 3.67 | -1191.4 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 11 | 13 | 35 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 202.3 | 194 | 103 | 83 | 170 | 4.58 | -2549.4 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 7 | 10 | 34 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 105.0 | 128 | 75 | 27 | 91 | 6.43 | -3975.1 |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | BAL | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | BAL | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 34 | 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 | 105 | 68 | 44 | 47 | 7 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | BAL | P | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | BAL | P | 34 | 18 | 13 | 17 | 4 | 0 |
| 1986 | BAL | P | 35 | 33 | 12 | 21 | 2 | 1 |
| 1987 | BAL | P | 34 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
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 | ||