Jerry Garvin, baseball player, 1977-1982

Jerry Garvin

Born: 10/21/1955 in Oakland, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1977-04-10 | Final Game: 1982-09-29

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Theodore Jared Garvin

Biography

Jerry Garvin, born in 1955, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1977 to 1982. Known for his versatility on the mound, Garvin made a significant impact during his career, ultimately finishing with a record of 20-41 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.43. Over his time in the league, he recorded 320 strikeouts and notched 8 saves, demonstrating his ability to close out games and contribute in high-pressure situations. Garvin's playing career occurred during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the emergence of more specialized roles for pitchers and an increased emphasis on strikeouts. While his overall win-loss record may not reflect a dominant career, Garvin's contributions to his teams and his resilience as a pitcher in the face of challenges were notable. He remains a part of baseball history, having navigated the complexities of the game in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
20 41 196 65 15 1 8 606.0 648 298 74 219 320 4.43 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
196 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 196 65 33 135 3 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 196

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Merced College Merced CA 1974