Pete Filson
Born: 9/28/1958 in Darby, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-05-15 | Final Game: 1990-08-11
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: William Peter Filson
Biography
Pete Filson, born in 1958, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1982 until his retirement in 1990. Over the course of his career, Filson compiled a record of 15 wins and 18 losses, posting an earned run average (ERA) of 4.18. He recorded a total of 187 strikeouts and notched 4 saves during his time on the mound. Filson's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, which saw the game evolve with changes in pitching strategies and an increasing emphasis on power hitting.
Filson was known for his competitive spirit and ability to navigate through challenging situations on the field. While he may not have achieved the stardom of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, exemplifying the role of a reliable pitcher during an era that valued both starting and relief pitching. His journey through the league reflected the trials and triumphs of many players during the late 20th century, marking his place in baseball history as a dedicated athlete who embraced the challenges of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 18 | 148 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 391.7 | 398 | 182 | 51 | 150 | 187 | 4.18 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | MIN | AL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.3 | 17 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 8.76 | -397.6 |
| 1983 | MIN | AL | 4 | 1 | 26 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 90.0 | 87 | 34 | 29 | 49 | 3.40 | -214.9 |
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 6 | 5 | 55 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 118.7 | 106 | 54 | 54 | 59 | 4.10 | -2849.3 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 4 | 5 | 40 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 95.7 | 93 | 39 | 30 | 42 | 3.67 | -1512.3 |
| 1986 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 14 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 6.17 | - |
| 1986 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 13 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5.68 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | NYY | AL | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.0 | 26 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 3.27 | - |
| 1990 | KCR | AL | 0 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.0 | 42 | 23 | 13 | 9 | 5.91 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 148 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | MIN | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | MIN | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | CHW | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | MIN | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | NYY | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | KCR | AL | 8 | 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 | 148 | 34 | 11 | 42 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | MIN | P | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | MIN | P | 26 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | MIN | P | 55 | 7 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | MIN | P | 40 | 6 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | CHA | P | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | MIN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | NYA | P | 7 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | KCA | P | 8 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 148 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | NYA | AL | $180,000 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $300,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple University | Philadelphia | PA | 1977, 1978, 1979 |