Dyar Miller
Born: 5/29/1946 in Batesville, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-06-09 | Final Game: 1981-09-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Dyar K. Miller
Biography
Dyar Miller, born in 1946, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1975 to 1981. He made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during his tenure, showcasing a solid performance on the mound with a career record of 23-17 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.23. Known for his ability to strike out hitters, Miller tallied 235 strikeouts over the course of his career, complementing his skill with a total of 22 saves. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by a reliable presence in the bullpen and a competitive spirit that resonated with fans and teammates alike.
Miller's playing career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the game was evolving with a focus on power hitting and the emergence of new pitching strategies. Despite the changing landscape, he maintained a consistent and effective pitching style that allowed him to carve out a niche in the league. His legacy is remembered not only for his statistical achievements but also for the competitive nature he brought to the game, making him a respected figure among his peers in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 17 | 251 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 465.3 | 459 | 167 | 35 | 177 | 235 | 3.23 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | BAL | AL | 6 | 3 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 46.3 | 32 | 14 | 16 | 33 | 2.72 | 783.9 |
| 1976 | BAL | AL | 2 | 4 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 88.7 | 79 | 29 | 36 | 37 | 2.94 | -606.7 |
| 1977 | BAL | AL | 2 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 22.3 | 25 | 14 | 10 | 9 | 5.64 | -1553.3 |
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 4 | 4 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 92.3 | 81 | 31 | 30 | 49 | 3.02 | - |
| 1978 | LAA | AL | 6 | 2 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 84.7 | 85 | 25 | 41 | 34 | 2.66 | - |
| 1979 | LAA | AL | 1 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.3 | 44 | 13 | 13 | 16 | 3.31 | - |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 27 | 18 | 5 | 7 | 10.57 | -514.8 |
| 1980 | NYN | NL | 1 | 2 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 42.0 | 37 | 9 | 11 | 28 | 1.93 | 1406.0 |
| 1981 | NYN | NL | 1 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.3 | 49 | 14 | 15 | 22 | 3.29 | 193.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 251 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | BAL | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | BAL | AL | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | BAL | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | LAA | AL | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | LAA | AL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | NYN | NL | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | NYN | NL | 23 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 251 | 1 | 23 | 42 | 7 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | BAL | P | 30 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 | BAL | P | 49 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| 1977 | BAL | P | 12 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | CAL | P | 41 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1978 | CAL | P | 41 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | CAL | P | 14 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | TOR | P | 10 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | NYN | P | 31 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1981 | NYN | P | 23 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 251 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State University | Logan | UT | 1966, 1967, 1968 |