Tom Hausman

Tom Hausman was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1953, whose career spanned from 1975 until his retirement on September 30, 1982. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Hausman played during a transitional period in baseball, where the game began to shift towards more specialized pitching roles. Over his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 15-23 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.8, showcasing his ability to keep earned runs to a minimum in a time when offense was increasingly on the rise. Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, Hausman accumulated 180 strikeouts and notched 3 saves, reflecting his role as both a starter and a reliever. His contributions were crucial to the teams he represented, as he provided valuable innings and stability in the pitching rotation. While Hausman's career may not have achieved the lofty heights of some contemporaries, his dedication and performance during the late 1970s and early 1980s remain a testament to the evolving nature of pitching in the league during that era.