Ron Mathis, baseball player, 1985-1987

Ron Mathis

Born: 9/25/1958 in Kansas City, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1985-04-13 | Final Game: 1987-07-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Ronald Vance Mathis

Biography

Ron Mathis was a professional baseball pitcher, born in 1958, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the mid-1980s. He played from April 13, 1985, to July 4, 1987, contributing to teams with a skill set that included a blend of power and finesse on the mound. Over the course of his career, Mathis compiled a win-loss record of 3-6, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.93. He recorded 42 strikeouts and notched a single save, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure in critical moments. Mathis's career unfolded during a transitional era in baseball, marked by the sport's evolving approach to pitching and player development. While his overall statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, his presence in the league during this time contributed to the rich tapestry of the game. His journey through the majors highlighted the challenges faced by pitchers in an era that began emphasizing offense, making his story a notable chapter in baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
3 6 31 8 0 0 1 82.0 93 54 9 38 42 5.93 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
31 16 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 0.062 0.118 0.062 0.180 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 31 8 7 12 2 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 31

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Missouri Columbia Columbia MO 1978, 1979, 1980