Greg Harris, baseball player, 1981-1995

Greg Harris

Born: 11/2/1955 in Lynwood, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-05-20 | Final Game: 1995-09-29

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Greg Allen Harris

Biography

Greg Harris, born in 1955, had a notable career as a professional baseball pitcher spanning from 1981 to 1995. He made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era defined by both traditional pitching styles and a gradual shift towards more specialized roles within bullpens. Over his 14 seasons in the majors, Harris compiled a record of 74-90, showcasing his durability and ability to contribute to his teams in various capacities. With a career earned run average (ERA) of 3.69, he demonstrated solid performance on the mound, striking out 1,141 batters and securing 54 saves throughout his career. Harris was known for his versatility, often moving between starting and relief roles, which was a valuable asset during a time when teams began experimenting with their pitching rotations. His career spanned the transition from the late 20th century's emphasis on power hitting to an increasing appreciation for strategic pitching. Harris's contributions to the game were felt across multiple teams, and he left a lasting impression as a reliable pitcher who could navigate the complexities of different game situations. His legacy is one of resilience and adaptability in a changing baseball landscape.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
74 90 703 98 4 0 54 1467.0 1329 601 129 652 1141 3.69 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
705 68 7 15 3 2 0 4 0 1 29 0.221 0.232 0.324 0.555 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1990 ALCS BOS 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1984 WS SDN 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1984 NLCS SDN 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
0 1 3 0 0 7.7 15 8 6 7 9.39

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1990 ALCS BOS 0 1 1 0 0 0.3 3 1 0 0 27.00
1984 NLCS SDN 0 0 1 0 0 2.0 9 7 3 2 31.50
1984 WS SDN 0 0 1 0 0 5.3 3 0 3 5 0.00

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 703 98 101 228 32 14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 703

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1995 MON NL $235,000
1995 NYA AL $200,000
1994 BOS AL $1,725,000
1993 BOS AL $1,500,000
1992 BOS AL $1,400,000
1991 BOS AL $1,300,000
1990 BOS AL $590,000
1989 PHI NL $325,000
1987 TEX AL $620,000
1986 TEX AL $310,000
Total Career Earnings $8,205,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Long Beach City College Long Beach CA 1975, 1976