Willie Fraser
Born: 5/26/1964 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-09-10 | Final Game: 1995-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: William Patrick Fraser
Biography
Willie Fraser, born in 1964, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1986 to 1995. He made his Major League Baseball debut and showcased his talents with a competitive spirit on the mound. Over the course of his career, Fraser compiled a record of 38 wins and 40 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.47. He struck out 328 batters and recorded 7 saves, demonstrating his ability to both start games and contribute in relief appearances.
Fraser's playing style was characterized by his versatility, which allowed him to adapt to various roles within a pitching staff. He played during a pivotal era in baseball, marked by offensive explosions and the evolving strategies of the game. While he may not have achieved superstar status, Fraser's contributions to his teams were significant, and he left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike. His career reflects the challenges and dynamics of pitching in a highly competitive environment, making him a noteworthy figure in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 40 | 239 | 57 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 657.0 | 640 | 326 | 89 | 238 | 328 | 4.47 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 8.31 | - |
| 1987 | LAA | AL | 10 | 10 | 36 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 176.7 | 160 | 77 | 63 | 106 | 3.92 | - |
| 1988 | LAA | AL | 12 | 13 | 34 | 32 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 194.7 | 203 | 117 | 80 | 86 | 5.41 | - |
| 1989 | LAA | AL | 4 | 7 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 91.7 | 80 | 33 | 23 | 46 | 3.24 | - |
| 1990 | LAA | AL | 5 | 4 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 76.0 | 69 | 26 | 24 | 32 | 3.08 | - |
| 1991 | STL | NL | 3 | 3 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.3 | 44 | 27 | 21 | 25 | 4.93 | - |
| 1991 | TOR | AL | 0 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.3 | 33 | 18 | 11 | 12 | 6.15 | -1060.8 |
| 1994 | MIA | NL | 2 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.3 | 20 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 5.84 | - |
| 1995 | WSN | NL | 2 | 1 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 25.7 | 25 | 16 | 9 | 12 | 5.61 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 239 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | LAA | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | LAA | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | LAA | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | LAA | AL | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | LAA | AL | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | STL | NL | 35 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | TOR | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | MIA | NL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | WSN | NL | 22 | 2 | 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 | 239 | 57 | 39 | 66 | 4 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | CAL | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CAL | P | 36 | 23 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | CAL | P | 34 | 32 | 21 | 20 | 3 | 3 |
| 1989 | CAL | P | 44 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 1990 | CAL | P | 45 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | SLN | P | 35 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | TOR | P | 13 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | FLO | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | MON | P | 22 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 239 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MON | NL | $150,000 |
| 1994 | FLO | NL | $120,000 |
| 1990 | CAL | AL | $410,000 |
| 1989 | CAL | AL | $200,000 |
| 1988 | CAL | AL | $125,000 |
| 1987 | CAL | AL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,067,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia College-Bronxville | Bronxville | NY | 1983, 1984, 1985 |