Greg Garrett
Born: 3/12/1947 in Atascadero, CA, USA
Died: 6/7/2003 in Newhall, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-04-24 | Final Game: 1971-04-18
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Gregory Garrett
Biography
Greg Garrett, born in 1947, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1970 to 1971. His career spanned a brief period, yet he made a notable impact during the early 1970s, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to an increasingly offense-driven game. Garrett was known for his solid pitching mechanics and ability to control games with a low earned run average, finishing his career with an impressive ERA of 2.48.
Over his two seasons in the majors, Garrett compiled a win-loss record of 5-7 and struck out 55 batters, demonstrating his capability on the mound despite limited opportunities. His contributions were significant in a league that was beginning to see a shift in pitching styles and strategies. Although he did not record any saves during his career, his performances showcased a reliable presence in the bullpen. Garrett's time in the major leagues remains a testament to the talent emerging in baseball during this transformative era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 7 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 83.3 | 55 | 23 | 6 | 54 | 55 | 2.48 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | LAA | AL | 5 | 6 | 32 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 74.7 | 48 | 22 | 44 | 53 | 2.65 | - |
| 1971 | CIN | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 1.04 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.111 | 0.158 | 0.111 | 0.269 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | LAA | AL | 32 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | CIN | NL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 34 | 8 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | CAL | P | 32 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | CIN | P | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 34 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Pierce College | Woodland Hills | CA | 1966 |
| Washington State University | Pullman | WA | 1967 |