Tom House

Tom House, born in 1947, was a professional baseball pitcher who played from 1971 to 1978. Over the course of his career, House achieved a record of 29-23, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.79. He was known for his ability to strike batters out, accumulating a total of 261 strikeouts, and he demonstrated his reliability in high-pressure situations with 33 saves. House played during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, where the game was evolving in terms of player conditioning and strategy. He was not only a competitor on the field but also a pioneer in the realm of sports science, later becoming a renowned throwing coach and working with numerous Major League pitchers to enhance their performance and longevity in the sport. His contributions to baseball extended beyond his playing days, as he continued to influence the game through his innovative approaches to training and biomechanics.