Rick Henninger
Born: 1/11/1948 in Hastings, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-09-03 | Final Game: 1973-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Richard Lee Henninger
Biography
Rick Henninger, born in 1948, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned a brief period from 1973 to September 24, 1973. Although his time in Major League Baseball was short, Henninger made an impact during the early stages of his career. He finished with a record of 1-0 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.74, reflecting his ability to control games effectively over the limited number of appearances he made.
During his career, Henninger recorded a total of 6 strikeouts, showcasing his potential as a reliable arm in the bullpen. Although he did not register any saves, his performance indicated a strong pitching style that was well-suited to the competitive landscape of the early 1970s. Henninger's contributions to the game, though limited, are a testament to the many players who navigated the challenges of professional baseball, often in the shadow of more prominent stars of the era. His brief stint in the majors remains a part of baseball history, highlighting the diverse range of talents that have graced the diamond.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.0 | 23 | 7 | 1 | 11 | 6 | 2.74 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | TEX | AL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.0 | 23 | 7 | 11 | 6 | 2.74 | -172.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | TEX | 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 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | TEX | P | 6 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 6 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri Columbia | Columbia | MO | 1968 |