Kevin Gross, baseball player, 1983-1997

Kevin Gross

Born: 6/8/1961 in Downey, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-06-25 | Final Game: 1997-07-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 203 lbs

Full name: Kevin Frank Gross

Biography

Kevin Gross was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1983 to 1997. Born in 1961, Gross made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was transitioning into a more offense-driven era. He played for several teams throughout his career, showcasing his skills on the mound with a record of 142-158 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.11. Over his time in the league, he accumulated 1,727 strikeouts and recorded 5 saves, demonstrating his versatility and ability to contribute in various pitching roles. Gross was selected as an All-Star during his career, a testament to his talents and the respect he earned from both fans and peers in the game. His playing style was characterized by a strong presence on the mound, where he utilized a combination of speed and strategic thinking to navigate through lineups. Despite the ups and downs of his win-loss record, Gross remained a reliable pitcher known for his durability and competitive spirit, leaving a lasting legacy in the sport. His contributions to baseball are remembered as part of an era marked by evolving strategies and the emergence of powerful hitters.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
142 158 474 368 42 14 5 2487.7 2519 1137 230 986 1727 4.11 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
478 660 41 106 19 1 6 36 3 31 277 0.161 0.201 0.220 0.420 -3833.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 474 368 181 343 22 19

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 474

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1992 Player of the Week Week of 1992-08-22

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1996 TEX AL $3,300,000
1995 TEX AL $2,888,890
1994 LAN NL $2,700,000
1993 LAN NL $1,966,667
1992 LAN NL $2,216,667
1991 LAN NL $2,166,667
1990 MON NL $950,000
1989 MON NL $850,000
1988 PHI NL $450,000
1986 PHI NL $355,000
1985 PHI NL $140,000
Total Career Earnings $17,983,891

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks CA 1980
Oxnard College Oxnard CA 1981