Guy Hoffman
Born: 7/9/1956 in Ottawa, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-07-04 | Final Game: 1988-09-21
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Guy Alan Hoffman
Biography
Guy Hoffman was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1979 to 1988. Born in 1956, Hoffman made his mark in the league with a balanced record of 17 wins and 17 losses, showcasing his resilience on the mound. Over the course of his career, he posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.25, indicating a solid ability to limit scoring opportunities for opposing teams. Hoffman recorded a total of 187 strikeouts and contributed to his teams with 3 saves, demonstrating versatility and skill as both a starter and a reliever.
Hoffman played during an era characterized by a transition in baseball dynamics, as the game began to embrace more sophisticated strategies and player conditioning. His contributions on the mound reflected the evolving nature of pitching during the late 20th century, where strikeouts became an increasingly valuable asset. Though not a household name, Hoffman's career represents a crucial part of the broader narrative of baseball, marked by the dedication and passion of players who shaped the game during a transformative time.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 17 | 137 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 339.0 | 356 | 160 | 33 | 128 | 187 | 4.25 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CHW | AL | 0 | 5 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 30.3 | 30 | 18 | 23 | 18 | 5.34 | - |
| 1980 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 37.7 | 38 | 11 | 17 | 24 | 2.63 | - |
| 1983 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 7.50 | - |
| 1986 | CHC | NL | 6 | 2 | 32 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 84.0 | 92 | 36 | 29 | 47 | 3.86 | - |
| 1987 | CIN | NL | 9 | 10 | 36 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 158.7 | 160 | 77 | 49 | 87 | 4.37 | -498.3 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.3 | 22 | 13 | 8 | 9 | 5.24 | -1317.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 138 | 60 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 0.100 | 0.129 | 0.117 | 0.246 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CHW | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CHW | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | CHW | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | CHC | NL | 33 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | CIN | NL | 36 | 45 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 11 | 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 | 137 | 31 | 8 | 40 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CHA | P | 24 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | CHA | P | 23 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CHA | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | CHN | P | 32 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | CIN | P | 36 | 22 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | TEX | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 137 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CIN | NL | $75,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $75,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley University | Peoria | IL | 1975, 1976, 1977 |