Tim Laker
Born: 11/27/1969 in Encino, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-08-18 | Final Game: 2006-06-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Timothy John Laker
Biography
Tim Laker, born in 1969, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1992 until his retirement in 2006. Over the course of his career, he participated in 282 games across several Major League Baseball teams. Laker recorded a total of 147 hits and hit 11 home runs, driving in 79 runs with a batting average of .226. Known for his versatility on the field, he also showcased speed with 5 stolen bases during his tenure.
Laker's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the rise of power hitters and the increasing emphasis on offensive production. While he may not have been a marquee player, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, particularly in terms of depth and experience. Laker's journey through the league reflects the challenges faced by many players striving to make their mark during an era defined by both talent and competition.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 282 | 651 | 66 | 147 | 28 | 2 | 11 | 79 | 5 | 44 | 162 | 0.226 | 0.276 | 0.326 | 0.602 | -1847.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | WSN | NL | 28 | 46 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0.217 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | WSN | NL | 43 | 86 | 3 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 16 | 0.198 | -567.4 |
| 1995 | WSN | NL | 64 | 141 | 17 | 33 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 14 | 38 | 0.234 | -291.7 |
| 1997 | BAL | AL | 7 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | PIT | NL | 14 | 24 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | TBR | AL | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | PIT | NL | 6 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | CLE | AL | 16 | 33 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | CLE | AL | 52 | 162 | 17 | 39 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 2 | 9 | 38 | 0.241 | -447.5 |
| 2004 | CLE | AL | 44 | 117 | 12 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 7 | 28 | 0.214 | -540.6 |
| 2005 | TBR | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | CLE | AL | 4 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 4 | 4 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| C | 254 | 170 | 1146 | 100 | 21 | 13 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | MON | C | 28 | 11 | 102 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1993 | MON | C | 43 | 26 | 136 | 18 | 2 | 2 |
| 1995 | MON | C | 61 | 42 | 265 | 27 | 7 | 1 |
| 1997 | BAL | C | 7 | 4 | 28 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | PIT | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | PIT | 1B | 4 | 4 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 1998 | TBA | C | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | PIT | C | 2 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | CLE | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | CLE | C | 14 | 8 | 76 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 2003 | CLE | C | 50 | 42 | 265 | 19 | 5 | 6 |
| 2004 | CLE | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | CLE | C | 41 | 31 | 233 | 21 | 4 | 0 |
| 2005 | TBA | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | CLE | C | 4 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| Catcher | 254 |
| First Base | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | CLE | AL | $450,000 |
| 2003 | CLE | AL | $400,000 |
| 1996 | MON | NL | $121,000 |
| 1995 | MON | NL | $121,000 |
| 1993 | MON | NL | $113,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,205,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxnard College | Oxnard | CA | 1988 |