Steve Montgomery
Born: 12/25/1970 in Westminster, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-04-03 | Final Game: 2000-07-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Steven Lewis Montgomery
Biography
Steve Montgomery, born in 1970, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2000. Over the course of his career, Montgomery compiled a record of 2-8, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.98. He recorded a total of 67 strikeouts and achieved 3 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute in various roles on the mound.
Montgomery's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the offensive explosion of the late 1990s. Although he faced challenges in securing a consistent place in the starting rotation, his contributions to his team's bullpen were noteworthy. His pitching style combined a mix of speed and control, which reflected the evolving strategies of the game during his playing years. While not a household name, Montgomery's journey through the majors exemplified the dedication and resilience of many players striving to make their mark in professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 8 | 72 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 90.3 | 88 | 50 | 20 | 56 | 67 | 4.98 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 18 | 14 | 13 | 8 | 9.22 | -1713.0 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 10 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 9.95 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | 1 | 5 | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 64.7 | 54 | 24 | 31 | 55 | 3.34 | -283.3 |
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 7.94 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 2.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | 53 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 7 | 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 | 72 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | OAK | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | OAK | P | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | PHI | P | 53 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 72 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | SDN | NL | $250,000 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | $200,000 |
| 1998 | LAN | NL | $170,000 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $729,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | Malibu | CA | 1990, 1991, 1992 |