John Fulgham, baseball player, 1979-1980

John Fulgham

Born: 6/9/1956 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1979-06-19 | Final Game: 1980-08-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: John Thomas Fulgham

Biography

John Fulgham was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1979 to 1980. Born in 1956, Fulgham made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was evolving with an increasing focus on specialized pitching roles. Over the course of his brief career, he compiled a record of 14 wins and 12 losses, showcasing his ability to compete at a high level. With an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.84, Fulgham established himself as a reliable option on the mound. He recorded 123 strikeouts, demonstrating his capacity to miss bats and keep hitters off balance. Despite not recording any saves, Fulgham’s contributions to his teams during the late 1970s and early 1980s reflected the competitive spirit of that era in baseball, which was characterized by a mix of traditional play styles and the early influences of modern pitching strategies. His impact, though brief, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
14 12 35 33 14 3 0 231.3 189 73 17 58 123 2.84 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
38 69 4 6 2 0 0 4 0 6 38 0.087 0.160 0.116 0.276 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 35 33 14 23 3 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 35

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Yavapai College Prescott AZ 1976
University of Miami Coral Gables FL 1975