Dale Mohorcic
Born: 1/25/1956 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-05-31 | Final Game: 1990-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Dale Robert Mohorcic
Biography
Dale Mohorcic, born in 1956, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1986 until October 1, 1990. Known for his strong arm and competitive spirit, Mohorcic's career spanned a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the introduction of more specialized roles for pitchers. He finished his career with a record of 16-21 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.49, indicating his effectiveness on the mound during his tenure.
Throughout his time in the league, Mohorcic struck out a total of 174 batters and recorded 33 saves, showcasing his ability to both start games and close them out effectively. His versatility and reliability made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, as he adapted to the shifting dynamics of pitching during a period marked by increased offensive output. Though his career may not have been as extensively celebrated as some of his contemporaries, Mohorcic's contributions to the game and his role as a dependable pitcher remain noteworthy in the annals of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 21 | 254 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 363.7 | 378 | 141 | 37 | 99 | 174 | 3.49 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 2 | 4 | 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 79.0 | 86 | 22 | 15 | 29 | 2.51 | 1014.1 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 7 | 6 | 74 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 99.3 | 88 | 33 | 19 | 48 | 2.99 | 798.5 |
| 1988 | NYY | AL | 2 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 22.7 | 21 | 7 | 9 | 19 | 2.78 | - |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 2 | 6 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 52.0 | 62 | 28 | 20 | 25 | 4.85 | -1335.1 |
| 1989 | NYY | AL | 2 | 1 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 57.7 | 65 | 32 | 18 | 24 | 4.99 | - |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 1 | 2 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 53.0 | 56 | 19 | 18 | 29 | 3.23 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 254 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.125 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 74 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | NYY | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | NYY | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | WSN | NL | 34 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 254 | 0 | 28 | 63 | 3 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | TEX | P | 58 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 3 |
| 1987 | TEX | P | 74 | 0 | 9 | 23 | 2 | 3 |
| 1988 | NYA | P | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | TEX | P | 43 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | NYA | P | 32 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 1990 | MON | P | 34 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 254 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | TEX | AL | $157,500 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $217,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland State University | Cleveland | OH | 1977, 1978 |
| Cuyahoga Community College | Cleveland | OH | 1975, 1976 |