Brian Fisher
Active Player
Born: 3/18/1962 in Honolulu, HI, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-05-07 | Final Game: 1992-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Brian Kevin Fisher
Biography
Brian Fisher, born in 1962, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1992. Known for his versatility on the mound, Fisher established himself as a reliable option for several teams during his career. He finished with a win-loss record of 36-34 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.39, showcasing his ability to keep games competitive. With 370 strikeouts and 23 saves, Fisher demonstrated effectiveness in both starting and relief roles, contributing to his teams in various capacities throughout his tenure in the league.
Fisher's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the rise of power hitting and an evolving approach to pitching. His durability and adaptability allowed him to navigate the challenges of the game during the late 1980s and early 1990s, an era characterized by a growing emphasis on bullpen specialization. Despite not being a marquee player, Fisher's contributions on the mound made him a respected figure in the dugout and among fans, solidifying his legacy as a dependable pitcher in Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 34 | 274 | 66 | 7 | 4 | 23 | 690.0 | 670 | 327 | 74 | 271 | 432 | 4.27 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 4 | 4 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 98.3 | 77 | 26 | 29 | 85 | 2.38 | - |
| 1986 | NYY | AL | 9 | 5 | 62 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 96.7 | 105 | 53 | 37 | 67 | 4.93 | - |
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 11 | 9 | 37 | 26 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 185.3 | 185 | 93 | 72 | 117 | 4.52 | -2111.8 |
| 1988 | PIT | NL | 8 | 10 | 33 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 146.3 | 157 | 75 | 57 | 66 | 4.61 | -2107.6 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | 0 | 3 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 17.0 | 25 | 15 | 10 | 8 | 7.94 | -599.4 |
| 1990 | HOU | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7.20 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 4 | 3 | 22 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 91.3 | 80 | 46 | 47 | 26 | 4.53 | -3084.6 |
| 2025 | TOR | AL | 7 | 0 | 52 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | 32 | 15 | 19 | 62 | 2.70 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 222 | 105 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 54 | 0.124 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.400 | -205.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | NYY | AL | 62 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 37 | 58 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 28 | 0.190 | -205.9 |
| 1988 | PIT | NL | 33 | 42 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 0.048 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | HOU | NL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 22 | 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 | 222 | 65 | 33 | 71 | 7 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | NYA | P | 55 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 1986 | NYA | P | 62 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1987 | PIT | P | 37 | 26 | 13 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| 1988 | PIT | P | 33 | 22 | 6 | 17 | 3 | 2 |
| 1989 | PIT | P | 9 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | HOU | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | P | 22 | 14 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 222 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | PIT | NL | $404,000 |
| 1988 | PIT | NL | $255,000 |
| 1987 | PIT | NL | $180,000 |
| 1986 | NYA | AL | $120,000 |
| 1985 | MON | NL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,019,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 6th | 7.0 | 140 | 0 |