Bill Krueger, baseball player, 1983-1995

Bill Krueger

Born: 4/24/1958 in Waukegan, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-04-10 | Final Game: 1995-08-13

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: William Culp Krueger

Biography

Bill Krueger was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1983 to 1995. Born in 1958, he played in an era marked by offensive explosion and evolving pitching strategies. Krueger was known for his versatility on the mound, showcasing a blend of skill and determination that allowed him to maintain a career record of 68-66 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.35 over his twelve seasons in Major League Baseball. Throughout his career, Krueger recorded a total of 639 strikeouts and achieved four saves, demonstrating his ability to be a reliable contributor in various pitching roles. His playing style combined a strong competitive spirit with an effective approach to different hitters, earning him respect among teammates and opponents alike. Krueger’s contributions to the game extended beyond his statistics; he was a part of the changing landscape of baseball during the late 20th century, as the sport began to embrace more specialized roles within pitching staffs. His journey through the league reflected the challenges and triumphs faced by pitchers of his generation.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
68 66 301 164 9 2 4 1194.3 1305 577 104 493 639 4.35 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
301 15 1 6 1 0 0 0 0 0 5 0.400 0.400 0.467 0.867 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 301 164 33 144 4 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 301

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1992 Pitcher of the Month April
1991 Pitcher of the Month July

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1994 DET AL $1,300,000
1993 DET AL $1,200,000
1992 MIN AL $920,000
1991 SEA AL $500,000
1990 ML4 AL $325,000
1989 ML4 AL $150,000
1986 OAK AL $195,000
Total Career Earnings $4,590,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Portland Portland OR 1977, 1978, 1980