Gary Lucas, baseball player, 1980-1987

Gary Lucas

Born: 11/8/1954 in Riverside, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-04-16 | Final Game: 1987-10-03

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Gary Paul Lucas

Biography

Gary Lucas, born in 1954, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1980 to 1987. Known for his strong arm and effective pitching style, Lucas finished his career with a record of 29-44 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.01. He stood out during a competitive era in Major League Baseball, contributing significantly to his teams both as a starter and reliever. Over the course of his career, he amassed 410 strikeouts and recorded 63 saves, showcasing his versatility and effectiveness in high-pressure situations. Lucas's playing style was characterized by his ability to control the game and deliver crucial innings for his teams. His consistent ERA reflects his prowess on the mound, particularly during a time when offensive production was on the rise in the league. Although his win-loss record may not capture the full extent of his talent, Lucas's contributions to the game and his role in the bullpen were invaluable. He left a lasting impact on the teams he played for, and his legacy continues to be remembered by baseball enthusiasts and historians alike.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
29 44 409 18 0 0 63 669.0 618 224 41 227 410 3.01 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
409 80 2 7 0 0 0 5 0 2 32 0.087 0.110 0.087 0.197 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 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
1986 ALCS CAL 4 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 4 0 0 2.3 3 3 1 2 11.57

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1986 ALCS CAL 0 0 4 0 0 2.3 3 3 1 2 11.57

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 409 18 38 119 5 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 409

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1987 CAL AL $662,000
1986 CAL AL $500,000
1985 MON NL $513,500
Total Career Earnings $1,675,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Riverside Community College Riverside CA 1973
Chapman University Orange CA 1975, 1976