Mark Knudson
Born: 10/28/1960 in Denver, CO, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-07-08 | Final Game: 1993-05-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Mark Richard Knudson
Biography
Mark Knudson, born in 1960, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career spanning from 1985 to 1993. He made his Major League debut on July 8, 1985, and finished his playing days on May 14, 1993. Throughout his career, Knudson exhibited a tenacious spirit on the mound, contributing to his teams with a record of 24 wins and 29 losses. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 4.72, and he recorded a total of 195 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats and compete at a high level.
Knudson played during a dynamic era of baseball, where the game was evolving with an emphasis on power hitting and pitching depth. Although he did not achieve any saves during his tenure, his role as a pitcher was significant in the development of the teams he played for. His career reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by many athletes of his time, as they adapted to the shifting landscapes of Major League Baseball. Mark Knudson remains a notable figure in baseball history, remembered for his contributions during a pivotal era in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 29 | 121 | 59 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 482.0 | 563 | 253 | 61 | 128 | 195 | 4.72 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | HOU | NL | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 21 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 9.00 | 308.2 |
| 1986 | HOU | NL | 1 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 42.7 | 48 | 20 | 15 | 20 | 4.22 | -548.2 |
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.7 | 22 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 7.64 | - |
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 4 | 4 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 62.0 | 88 | 37 | 14 | 26 | 5.37 | - |
| 1988 | ATL | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.0 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 1.12 | - |
| 1989 | ATL | AL | 8 | 5 | 40 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 123.7 | 110 | 46 | 29 | 47 | 3.35 | - |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 10 | 9 | 30 | 27 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 168.3 | 187 | 77 | 40 | 56 | 4.12 | - |
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 1 | 3 | 12 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.0 | 54 | 31 | 15 | 23 | 7.97 | - |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 16 | 14 | 5 | 3 | 22.24 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 121 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.000 | 0.133 | 0.000 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | HOU | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | HOU | NL | 9 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | ATL | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | ATL | AL | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 121 | 59 | 39 | 43 | 4 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | HOU | P | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | HOU | P | 9 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | ML4 | P | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | ML4 | P | 15 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | ML4 | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | ML4 | P | 40 | 7 | 12 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 1990 | ML4 | P | 30 | 27 | 13 | 16 | 2 | 2 |
| 1991 | ML4 | P | 12 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | COL | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 121 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | ML4 | AL | $485,000 |
| 1990 | ML4 | AL | $150,000 |
| 1989 | ML4 | AL | $85,000 |
| 1987 | ML4 | AL | $70,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $790,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins | CO | 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 |