Dennis Lamp, baseball player, 1977-1992

Dennis Lamp

Born: 9/23/1952 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1977-08-21 | Final Game: 1992-06-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Dennis Patrick Lamp

Biography

Dennis Lamp, born in 1952, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1977 to 1992. Known for his versatility on the mound, Lamp played a significant role in both starting and relieving capacities throughout his time in Major League Baseball. He retired with a balanced record of 96 wins and 96 losses, showcasing his consistency and durability as a pitcher. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 3.93, reflecting his ability to compete effectively during an era that was increasingly dominated by offensive prowess. Lamp recorded a total of 857 strikeouts and secured 35 saves over his career, demonstrating his effectiveness in high-pressure situations. His playing style was characterized by a mix of finesse and tenacity, allowing him to navigate through challenging lineups in the late 20th century. Throughout his tenure, Lamp contributed to various teams, leaving a lasting impact in the league with his reliable performances and leadership on the field. His career remains a noteworthy chapter in the history of baseball, particularly during a time when the game was evolving rapidly, both in terms of pitching strategies and offensive approaches.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
96 96 639 163 21 7 35 1830.7 1975 799 122 549 857 3.93 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
639 201 6 33 3 0 0 7 0 6 37 0.164 0.188 0.179 0.368 -1627.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
7 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
1985 ALCS TOR 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1983 ALCS CHA 3 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 7 0 0 11.7 4 4 5 11 3.09

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1990 ALCS BOS 0 0 1 0 0 0.3 2 4 2 0 108.00
1985 ALCS TOR 0 0 3 0 0 9.3 2 0 1 10 0.00
1983 ALCS CHA 0 0 3 0 0 2.0 0 0 2 1 0.00

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 639 163 128 353 18 27

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 639

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1991 BOS AL $750,000
1990 BOS AL $725,000
1989 BOS AL $380,000
1986 TOR AL $566,667
1985 KCA AL $535,000
Total Career Earnings $2,956,667

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1985 Most Valuable Player AL 21th 3.0 392 0