Mike Easler, baseball player, 118 home runs, 1973-1987

Mike Easler

Born: 11/29/1950 in Cleveland, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1973-09-05 | Final Game: 1987-10-04

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Michael Anthony Easler

Biography

Mike Easler, born in 1950, was a professional baseball player who made a significant impact on the game during his career from 1973 to 1987. Primarily known as a position player, Easler played in 1,151 games, where he established himself as a reliable hitter with a career batting average of .293. His offensive prowess was highlighted by 1,078 hits, including 118 home runs and 522 runs batted in (RBIs). Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases with 20 stolen bases to his credit. Easler's contributions to the teams he played for earned him an All-Star selection during his career. Easler was recognized for his consistent hitting and ability to perform in clutch situations, making him a valuable asset during the late 1970s and 1980s. He played in an era that saw the transition from traditional baseball strategies to a more power-oriented game, yet he managed to maintain a balanced approach at the plate. His career not only reflected his individual talent but also the evolution of offensive play in Major League Baseball during that time. After retiring in 1987, Easler left behind a legacy as a skilled hitter who carved out a notable career in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1151 3677 465 1078 189 25 118 522 20 321 696 0.293 0.349 0.454 0.804 9129.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1979 NLCS PIT 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
1979 WS PIT 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 29 29 256 29 7 21
OF 538 497 926 38 26 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 29
Left Field 480
Right Field 81
Designated Hitter 434

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1980 Player of the Week Week of 1980-06-13

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1987 PHI NL $700,000
1986 NYA AL $658,333
1985 BOS AL $650,000
Total Career Earnings $2,008,333

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1980 Most Valuable Player NL 20th 2.0 336 0