Jose Guzman
Born: 4/9/1963 in Santa Isabel, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1985-09-10 | Final Game: 1994-05-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Jose Alberto Guzman
Biography
Jose Guzman was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1985 to 1994. Born in 1963, Guzman made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by a transition in pitching styles and an increasing emphasis on power hitting. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 80 wins and 74 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.05. Known for his ability to strike out batters, Guzman recorded a total of 889 strikeouts, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound.
Throughout his time in the league, Guzman was recognized for his competitive spirit and resilience. He played for several teams, contributing to their pitching rotations and often stepping up in critical situations. Although he did not record any saves during his career, his role as a starter and middle reliever was vital to his teams' efforts. Guzman's career spanned a period of evolving strategies in baseball, and he remains a notable figure for his contributions on the field.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 74 | 193 | 186 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 1224.3 | 1193 | 551 | 129 | 482 | 889 | 4.05 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 3 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32.7 | 27 | 10 | 14 | 24 | 2.76 | 163.6 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 9 | 15 | 29 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 172.3 | 199 | 87 | 60 | 87 | 4.54 | -3001.4 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 14 | 14 | 37 | 30 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 208.3 | 196 | 108 | 82 | 143 | 4.67 | -1633.4 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 11 | 13 | 30 | 30 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 206.7 | 180 | 85 | 82 | 157 | 3.70 | -199.1 |
| 1991 | TEX | AL | 13 | 7 | 25 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 169.7 | 152 | 58 | 84 | 125 | 3.08 | 907.7 |
| 1992 | TEX | AL | 16 | 11 | 33 | 33 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 224.0 | 229 | 91 | 73 | 179 | 3.66 | 3179.0 |
| 1993 | CHC | NL | 12 | 10 | 30 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 191.0 | 188 | 92 | 74 | 163 | 4.34 | - |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.7 | 22 | 20 | 13 | 11 | 9.15 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 193 | 71 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 0.099 | 0.123 | 0.099 | 0.222 | -725.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | TEX | AL | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | TEX | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | CHC | NL | 30 | 63 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0.111 | -725.8 |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 193 | 186 | 83 | 170 | 12 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | TEX | P | 5 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | TEX | P | 29 | 29 | 13 | 24 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | TEX | P | 37 | 30 | 14 | 34 | 2 | 3 |
| 1988 | TEX | P | 30 | 30 | 15 | 24 | 3 | 1 |
| 1991 | TEX | P | 25 | 25 | 12 | 32 | 1 | 2 |
| 1992 | TEX | P | 33 | 33 | 16 | 22 | 1 | 3 |
| 1993 | CHN | P | 30 | 30 | 12 | 28 | 5 | 1 |
| 1994 | CHN | P | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 193 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | TSN Comeback Player of the Year |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CHN | NL | $3,675,000 |
| 1995 | CHN | NL | $3,675,000 |
| 1994 | CHN | NL | $3,500,000 |
| 1993 | CHN | NL | $3,500,000 |
| 1992 | TEX | AL | $1,405,000 |
| 1990 | TEX | AL | $400,000 |
| 1989 | TEX | AL | $425,000 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | $170,000 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | $75,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $16,825,000 | ||