Greg McCarthy
Born: 10/30/1968 in Norwalk, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-08-28 | Final Game: 1998-09-23
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Gregory O'Neil McCarthy
Biography
Greg McCarthy, born in 1968, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1996 until 1998. Making his debut during a transitional period in baseball marked by the rising popularity of power hitting and the evolution of pitching strategies, McCarthy showcased his skills on the mound with a career record of 2-3 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.74. Over his brief career, he struck out 66 batters, demonstrating his ability to miss bats, although he did not record any saves.
McCarthy's playing style reflected the competitive nature of the late 1990s era, characterized by heightened offensive strategies and an emphasis on bullpen specialization. Despite a limited career, he contributed to the teams he played for during a time when pitchers were increasingly called upon to perform in high-pressure situations. His journey through the majors is a testament to the challenges and opportunities faced by pitchers during this dynamic time in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.7 | 52 | 33 | 10 | 37 | 66 | 4.74 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 1.86 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | SEA | AL | 1 | 1 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29.7 | 26 | 18 | 16 | 34 | 5.46 | 75.0 |
| 1998 | SEA | AL | 1 | 2 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.3 | 18 | 13 | 17 | 25 | 5.01 | -1453.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SEA | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | SEA | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | SEA | AL | 29 | 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 | 76 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SEA | P | 10 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | SEA | P | 37 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | SEA | P | 29 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 76 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | SEA | AL | $180,000 |
| 1997 | SEA | AL | $151,000 |
| 1996 | SEA | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $440,000 | ||