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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | HOU | NL | 3 | 5 | 23 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 70.0 | 83 | 47 | 27 | 34 | 6.04 | -567.0 |
| 1987 | HOU | NL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 10 | 7 | 11 | 8 | 5.25 | -649.9 |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | HOU | NL | 23 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | HOU | NL | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | HOU | P | 23 | 8 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | HOU | P | 8 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
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 |