Dana Kiecker
Born: 2/25/1961 in Sleepy Eye, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-04-12 | Final Game: 1991-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Dana Ervin Kiecker
Biography
Dana Kiecker was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1990s. Born in 1961, Kiecker's career spanned from April 12, 1990, to October 1, 1991. He played for the Boston Red Sox and the Milwaukee Brewers, showcasing his talents as a reliable arm on the mound. Over his two-season career, he recorded a win-loss record of 10-12, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.68, striking out a total of 114 batters.
Kiecker was known for his competitive spirit and ability to pitch effectively in critical situations, although he did not record any saves during his time in the majors. His contributions came during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving with increased offensive output and the integration of advanced analytics into player evaluation. While he may not be among the most recognized names in baseball history, Kiecker's role as a pitcher during this dynamic era remains a testament to the depth of talent within the league during his playing days.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 12 | 50 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 192.3 | 201 | 100 | 13 | 77 | 114 | 4.68 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 8 | 9 | 32 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 152.0 | 145 | 67 | 54 | 93 | 3.97 | 1703.0 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | 2 | 3 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40.3 | 56 | 33 | 23 | 21 | 7.36 | -1724.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 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 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5.7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1.59 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | ALCS | BOS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5.7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1.59 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 50 | 30 | 22 | 38 | 3 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BOS | P | 32 | 25 | 18 | 27 | 2 | 1 |
| 1991 | BOS | P | 18 | 5 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 50 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BOS | AL | $167,500 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $267,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St.Cloud State University | St. Cloud | MN | 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983 |