Brett Gideon
Born: 8/8/1963 in Ozona, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-07-05 | Final Game: 1990-04-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Byron Brett Gideon
Biography
Brett Gideon, born in 1963, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1987 to April 10, 1990. Gideon made his mark in Major League Baseball during a transitional period characterized by the end of the deadball era and the rise of more offensive-minded play. He played primarily as a relief pitcher, showcasing his ability to close games and navigate high-pressure situations on the mound.
Throughout his career, Gideon recorded a win-loss record of 1-5, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.46. He struck out a total of 33 batters and achieved 3 saves, demonstrating his capabilities as a reliable option in the bullpen. While his career numbers may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, Gideon's contributions to his teams were marked by resilience and the ability to perform when called upon in crucial moments. His journey through the league exemplified the challenges faced by many pitchers of his era, navigating the complexities of the game during a time of evolving strategies and player development.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 42.3 | 41 | 21 | 7 | 19 | 33 | 4.46 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 1 | 5 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 36.7 | 34 | 19 | 10 | 31 | 4.66 | 79.5 |
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.7 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 1.93 | - |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 9.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 2.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 1 | 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 | 34 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | PIT | P | 29 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | MON | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | MON | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 34 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | PIT | NL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $62,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mary Hardin-Baylor | Belton | TX | 1984, 1985 |
| Coastal Bend College | Beeville | TX | 1982, 1983 |