Willie Eyre
Born: 7/21/1978 in Fountain Valley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-04-06 | Final Game: 2011-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 235 lbs
Full name: William Mays Eyre
Biography
Willie Eyre was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2006 to 2011. Born in 1978, Eyre made his debut during a period characterized by high offensive production and the increasing emphasis on bullpen specialization. Throughout his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 7-8 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.95 over his time in the league. Eyre was known for his ability to strike out batters, recording a total of 86 strikeouts, and he also tallied one save during his tenure.
Eyre's playing style showcased the versatility often required of pitchers in the modern game, as he transitioned between starting and relief roles. Although his career may not have placed him among the most celebrated pitchers of his era, he contributed to his teams with solid performances and a reliable presence on the mound. Eyre's journey through the majors reflects the challenges faced by many players in a competitive environment, underscoring the determination and skill required to succeed at the highest level of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 8 | 111 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 163.7 | 183 | 90 | 18 | 65 | 86 | 4.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | MIN | AL | 1 | 0 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 59.3 | 75 | 35 | 22 | 26 | 5.31 | -1369.4 |
| 2007 | TEX | AL | 4 | 6 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 68.0 | 78 | 39 | 32 | 42 | 5.16 | -890.4 |
| 2009 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 18 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 4.50 | 503.0 |
| 2011 | BAL | AL | 2 | 2 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 3.44 | -105.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | MIN | AL | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | TEX | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | TEX | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | BAL | AL | 19 | 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 | 111 | 2 | 10 | 21 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | MIN | P | 42 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TEX | P | 33 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | TEX | P | 17 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | BAL | P | 19 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 111 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | TEX | AL | $410,000 |
| 2006 | MIN | AL | $327,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $737,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Eastern Utah | Price | UT | 1997, 1999 |
| Snow College | Ephraim | UT | 1998 |