Mike Mason
Born: 11/21/1958 in Fairbault, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-13 | Final Game: 1988-05-08
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Michael Paul Mason
Biography
Mike Mason, born in 1958, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1982 to 1988. Known for his competitive spirit and resilience on the mound, Mason played during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, marked by evolving pitching styles and an emphasis on power hitting. Throughout his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 29-39 and achieved an earned run average (ERA) of 4.53. Mason struck out a total of 363 batters, showcasing his ability to overpower hitters despite his struggles to maintain consistency.
Mason's playing style was characterized by a blend of finesse and determination, traits that allowed him to carve out a role in the major leagues during a time when pitching depth was increasingly valued. Although he did not register any saves, his contributions to his teams were significant during his tenure. Mason's career, though not marked by standout accolades, reflected the perseverance and dedication of many pitchers in the late 20th century, navigating the challenges of a competitive era in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 39 | 140 | 90 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 605.7 | 625 | 305 | 65 | 249 | 363 | 4.53 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TEX | AL | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.0 | 21 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 5.09 | -593.6 |
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 5.91 | 223.4 |
| 1984 | TEX | AL | 9 | 13 | 36 | 24 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 184.3 | 159 | 74 | 51 | 113 | 3.61 | 654.4 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 8 | 15 | 38 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 179.0 | 212 | 96 | 73 | 92 | 4.83 | -2943.6 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 7 | 3 | 27 | 22 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 135.0 | 135 | 65 | 56 | 85 | 4.33 | 544.7 |
| 1987 | CHC | NL | 4 | 1 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.0 | 43 | 24 | 23 | 28 | 5.68 | - |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 0 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29.0 | 37 | 18 | 22 | 21 | 5.59 | -1829.6 |
| 1988 | MIN | AL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 10.80 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 141 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.300 | 0.222 | 0.522 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TEX | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | TEX | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | CHC | NL | 18 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | MIN | AL | 5 | 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 | 140 | 90 | 21 | 88 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TEX | P | 4 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | TEX | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | TEX | P | 36 | 24 | 4 | 22 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | TEX | P | 38 | 30 | 4 | 30 | 4 | 0 |
| 1986 | TEX | P | 27 | 22 | 9 | 19 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | CHN | P | 17 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | TEX | P | 8 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1988 | MIN | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 140 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | SFN | NL | $280,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $280,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandale Community College | Bloomington | MN | 1978, 1979 |
| Oral Roberts University | Tulsa | OK | 1980 |