John Littlefield
Born: 1/5/1954 in Covina, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-06-08 | Final Game: 1981-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: John Andrew Littlefield
Biography
John Littlefield was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1954, who had a career spanning from 1980 to 1981. Over the course of his brief time in Major League Baseball, he played for various teams and made a notable impact as a reliable arm in the bullpen. Littlefield finished his career with a record of 7-8, an earned run average (ERA) of 3.39, 43 strikeouts, and 11 saves, showcasing his ability to perform in high-pressure situations.
Littlefield's playing style was characterized by his versatility as a pitcher, adept at both starting and relieving roles. His ERA of 3.39 reflected a solid performance during an era when pitching was increasingly valued, and his strikeout numbers demonstrated his capacity to challenge hitters effectively. Although his career was relatively short-lived, Littlefield's contributions to the teams he played for in the early 1980s remain a testament to his skill and determination on the mound.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 8 | 94 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 130.0 | 124 | 49 | 7 | 48 | 43 | 3.39 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | STL | NL | 5 | 5 | 52 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 66.0 | 71 | 23 | 20 | 22 | 3.14 | - |
| 1981 | SDP | NL | 2 | 3 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 64.0 | 53 | 26 | 28 | 21 | 3.66 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | STL | NL | 52 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | SDP | NL | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 94 | 0 | 8 | 21 | 2 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | SLN | P | 52 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 3 |
| 1981 | SDN | P | 42 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 94 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1974 |
| Azusa Pacific University | Azusa | CA | 1975, 1976 |