Sid Monge
Born: 4/11/1951 in Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico
MLB Debut: 1975-09-12 | Final Game: 1984-09-30
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Isidro Pedroza Monge
Biography
Sid Monge was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1951, whose career spanned from 1975 to 1984. Known for his effective pitching style and composure on the mound, Monge played a pivotal role in several teams during the late 1970s and early 1980s. He finished his career with a record of 49-40 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.53, demonstrating his reliability as a key contributor in the bullpen and as a starter. Over his career, he recorded a total of 471 strikeouts and notched 56 saves, showcasing his ability to close out games and maintain leads.
Monge's performance earned him an All-Star selection, highlighting his impact during a competitive era in Major League Baseball. His career unfolded during a transformative period in the sport, characterized by the evolution of pitching strategies and the increasing specialization of relief pitchers. Monge's contributions to his teams not only reflected his individual talent but also underscored the importance of versatile pitchers in the game. Retiring in 1984, Sid Monge left a lasting legacy as a formidable presence on the mound and a respected figure in the baseball community.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 40 | 435 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 56 | 764.0 | 708 | 300 | 79 | 356 | 471 | 3.53 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | LAA | AL | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 23.7 | 22 | 11 | 10 | 17 | 4.18 | - |
| 1976 | LAA | AL | 6 | 7 | 32 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 117.7 | 108 | 44 | 49 | 53 | 3.37 | - |
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12.3 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 2.92 | - |
| 1977 | CLE | AL | 1 | 2 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 39.0 | 47 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 6.23 | -1508.0 |
| 1978 | CLE | AL | 4 | 3 | 48 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 84.7 | 71 | 26 | 51 | 54 | 2.76 | -93.8 |
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 12 | 10 | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 131.0 | 96 | 35 | 64 | 108 | 2.40 | 1806.2 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 3 | 5 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 94.3 | 80 | 37 | 40 | 61 | 3.53 | -1534.9 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 3 | 5 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 58.0 | 58 | 28 | 21 | 41 | 4.34 | -1036.5 |
| 1982 | PHI | NL | 7 | 1 | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 72.0 | 70 | 30 | 22 | 43 | 3.75 | -189.3 |
| 1983 | PHI | NL | 3 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 20 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 6.94 | -1076.7 |
| 1983 | SDP | NL | 7 | 3 | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 68.7 | 65 | 24 | 31 | 32 | 3.15 | - |
| 1984 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.0 | 40 | 17 | 12 | 19 | 4.25 | -792.3 |
| 1984 | SDP | NL | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 17 | 8 | 17 | 7 | 4.80 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 435 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.095 | 0.136 | 0.095 | 0.232 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | LAA | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | LAA | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | CLE | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | CLE | AL | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | PHI | NL | 47 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | PHI | NL | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | SDP | NL | 47 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | DET | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | SDP | NL | 13 | 1 | 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 | 435 | 17 | 37 | 89 | 11 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | CAL | P | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CAL | P | 32 | 13 | 6 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| 1977 | CAL | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1977 | CLE | P | 33 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | CLE | P | 48 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| 1979 | CLE | P | 76 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 3 | 2 |
| 1980 | CLE | P | 67 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | CLE | P | 31 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | PHI | P | 47 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | PHI | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | SDN | P | 47 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | DET | P | 19 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | SDN | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 435 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Pitcher of the Month | July |