Mark Grater
Born: 1/19/1964 in Rochester, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-06-12 | Final Game: 1993-05-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Mark Anthony Grater
Biography
Mark Grater, born in 1964, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1991 to 1993. His career, while brief, was marked by his perseverance through the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball during the early 1990s, a period characterized by an influx of talented athletes and evolving playing styles. Grater made an appearance in 9 games at the major league level, a testament to the challenges faced by many players striving to establish themselves in the sport.
Despite not recording any hits, home runs, or RBIs throughout his tenure, Grater's journey reflects the dedication and determination required to reach the highest level of baseball. The era in which he played saw a shift towards power hitting and increased offensive production, making it a uniquely challenging time for players who may have excelled in different aspects of the game. Grater's experience in the majors, albeit limited, contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the stories of those who pursued their dreams amidst fierce competition.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 3.38 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
| 1993 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5.40 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | STL | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | DET | AL | 6 | 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 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | SLN | P | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | DET | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 9 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida International University | Miami | FL | 1985 |
| Community College of Beaver County | Monaca | PA | 1983, 1984 |