Steve Frey
Born: 7/29/1963 in Meadowbrook, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-05-10 | Final Game: 1996-08-02
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Steven Francis Frey
Biography
Steve Frey, born in 1963, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a notable career in Major League Baseball from 1989 until 1996. Over the course of his career, Frey compiled a record of 18-15 with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.76. He was known for his ability to effectively manage games from the mound, contributing significantly to his teams with 157 strikeouts and securing 28 saves. His playing style was characterized by a mix of control and versatility, allowing him to adapt to various roles within the pitching staff.
Frey played during a dynamic period in baseball that saw the transition from the late 1980s into the mid-1990s, an era marked by offensive power and changing pitching strategies. He made contributions to several teams throughout his career, showcasing his skills in high-pressure situations. Frey's legacy as a reliable reliever and capable starting pitcher remains significant, as he exemplified the dedication and competitive spirit of players during that transformative time in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 15 | 314 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 304.0 | 297 | 127 | 30 | 154 | 157 | 3.76 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 3 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.3 | 29 | 13 | 11 | 15 | 5.48 | - |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 8 | 2 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 55.7 | 44 | 13 | 29 | 29 | 2.10 | - |
| 1991 | WSN | NL | 0 | 1 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 39.7 | 43 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 4.99 | - |
| 1992 | LAA | AL | 4 | 2 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 45.3 | 39 | 18 | 22 | 24 | 3.57 | - |
| 1993 | LAA | AL | 2 | 3 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 48.3 | 41 | 16 | 26 | 22 | 2.98 | - |
| 1994 | SFG | NL | 1 | 0 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31.0 | 37 | 17 | 15 | 20 | 4.94 | - |
| 1995 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10.7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.84 | -15.6 |
| 1995 | SEA | AL | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 16 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 4.76 | 207.4 |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4.26 | - |
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 0 | 1 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.3 | 38 | 18 | 18 | 12 | 4.72 | -820.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 314 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.200 | 0.000 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 51 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | WSN | NL | 31 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | LAA | AL | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | LAA | AL | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | SFG | NL | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | PHI | NL | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | SEA | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 31 | 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 | 314 | 0 | 16 | 42 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | MON | P | 20 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | MON | P | 51 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | MON | P | 31 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CAL | P | 51 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | CAL | P | 55 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | SFN | P | 44 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | PHI | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | SEA | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | SFN | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | PHI | P | 31 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 314 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | SEA | AL | $915,000 |
| 1994 | SFN | NL | $915,000 |
| 1993 | CAL | AL | $525,000 |
| 1991 | MON | NL | $165,000 |
| 1990 | MON | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,620,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucks County Community College | Lewisburg | PA | 1983 |