Darrell May
Born: 6/13/1972 in San Bernardino, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-09-10 | Final Game: 2005-07-15
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Darrell Kevin May
Biography
Darrell May was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1995 to 2005. Born in 1972, he made his Major League Baseball debut with the Kansas City Royals and went on to play for several teams, including the New York Yankees and the Atlanta Braves. Over his career, May compiled a win-loss record of 26-43, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.16, and recorded 414 strikeouts. Notably, he did not register any saves during his time in the league, reflecting his role primarily as a starting pitcher.
May's career unfolded during an era marked by heightened offensive output and the increasing influence of power hitters, making it challenging for pitchers to maintain low ERAs. Despite the struggles he faced on the mound, he demonstrated resilience and adaptability, contributing to his teams in various capacities. His journey through the majors highlights the tenacity required to compete at the highest level of baseball, leaving a legacy as a dedicated player during a transformative period in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 43 | 161 | 97 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 660.7 | 746 | 379 | 123 | 212 | 414 | 5.16 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ATL | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 11.25 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10.12 | - |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 15 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 9.35 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | LAA | AL | 2 | 1 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 51.7 | 56 | 30 | 25 | 42 | 5.23 | - |
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 4 | 10 | 30 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 131.3 | 144 | 78 | 50 | 95 | 5.35 | - |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 10 | 8 | 35 | 32 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 210.0 | 197 | 88 | 53 | 115 | 3.77 | - |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 9 | 19 | 31 | 31 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 186.0 | 234 | 116 | 55 | 120 | 5.61 | - |
| 2005 | NYY | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 14 | 13 | 3 | 3 | 16.71 | - |
| 2005 | SDP | NL | 1 | 3 | 22 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 59.3 | 73 | 37 | 20 | 32 | 5.61 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | 26 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0.077 | 0.111 | 0.077 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ATL | NL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | LAA | AL | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 30 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 35 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 31 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | NYY | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | SDP | NL | 22 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 161 | 97 | 35 | 60 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ATL | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | CAL | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | PIT | P | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | ANA | P | 29 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | KCA | P | 30 | 21 | 13 | 14 | 2 | 1 |
| 2003 | KCA | P | 35 | 32 | 9 | 18 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 | KCA | P | 31 | 31 | 8 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | NYA | P | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | SDN | P | 22 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 161 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | SDN | NL | $3,225,000 |
| 2004 | KCA | AL | $1,750,000 |
| 2003 | KCA | AL | $450,000 |
| 2002 | KCA | AL | $375,000 |
| 1997 | ANA | AL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,950,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento City College | Sacramento | CA | 1992 |