Chris Fussell
Born: 5/19/1976 in Oregon, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1998-09-15 | Final Game: 2000-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Christopher Wren Fussell
Biography
Chris Fussell, born in 1976, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1998 until 2000. His career spanned a brief but noteworthy period during which he showcased his abilities on the mound. Fussell finished his career with a record of 5 wins and 9 losses, an earned run average (ERA) of 6.9, 91 strikeouts, and 2 saves.
Fussell's playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit and a determination to succeed, attributes that he displayed throughout his time in the league. Although his career statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, Fussell contributed to his teams in crucial moments, particularly in relief roles. His time in the majors coincided with an era of shifting offensive dynamics and evolving pitching strategies, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of players who have graced the game during that period. Ultimately, Fussell's journey through professional baseball remains a testament to the dedication and resilience required to compete at the highest level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 9 | 40 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 135.7 | 159 | 104 | 28 | 89 | 91 | 6.90 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | BAL | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8.38 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 0 | 5 | 17 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 56.0 | 72 | 46 | 36 | 37 | 7.39 | - |
| 2000 | KCR | AL | 5 | 3 | 20 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.0 | 76 | 49 | 44 | 46 | 6.30 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | BAL | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | KCR | AL | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 40 | 19 | 12 | 12 | 4 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | BAL | P | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | KCA | P | 17 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| 2000 | KCA | P | 20 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 40 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | KCA | AL | $210,000 |
| 1999 | KCA | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $410,000 | ||