Mike Garcia
Born: 5/11/1968 in Riverside, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-09-10 | Final Game: 2000-05-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Michael R. Garcia
Biography
Mike Garcia, born in 1968, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1999 to 2009. Known for his resilience on the mound, Garcia played in the Major Leagues during a competitive era that emphasized offensive prowess. He made his debut in a time when the game was experiencing a surge in home runs and batting averages, influenced by the steroid era's impact on player performance.
Throughout his career, Garcia recorded a win-loss record of 1-2 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 7.36, with a total of 18 strikeouts. Despite not being recognized for saves, his contributions to his teams were characterized by his dedication and competitive spirit. Garcia's journey through the league, while not marked by overwhelming statistics, reflects the challenges faced by many pitchers in a high-scoring environment, highlighting the importance of adaptability and perseverance in professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 23 | 15 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 7.36 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | PIT | NL | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 1.29 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | PIT | NL | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 21 | 14 | 7 | 9 | 11.12 | 63.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | PIT | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | PIT | NL | 13 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 20 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | PIT | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | PIT | P | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 20 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Community College | Riverside | CA | 1989 |