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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | TOR | AL | 10 | 18 | 34 | 34 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 244.7 | 247 | 114 | 85 | 127 | 4.19 | -3508.3 |
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 4 | 12 | 26 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 144.7 | 189 | 89 | 48 | 67 | 5.54 | -3155.2 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 15 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 2.78 | -131.0 |
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 4 | 7 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 82.7 | 70 | 21 | 27 | 52 | 2.29 | 891.4 |
| 1981 | TOR | AL | 1 | 2 | 35 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 53.0 | 46 | 20 | 23 | 25 | 3.40 | -148.8 |
| 1982 | TOR | AL | 1 | 1 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 58.3 | 81 | 47 | 26 | 35 | 7.25 | -1875.5 |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | TOR | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | TOR | AL | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | TOR | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | TOR | P | 34 | 34 | 12 | 66 | 3 | 1 |
| 1978 | TOR | P | 26 | 22 | 9 | 28 | 0 | 1 |
| 1979 | TOR | P | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | TOR | P | 61 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | TOR | P | 35 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 1982 | TOR | P | 32 | 4 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 196 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced College | Merced | CA | 1974 |