Paul Moskau
Born: 12/20/1953 in St. Joseph, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-06-21 | Final Game: 1983-05-31
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Paul Richard Moskau
Biography
Paul Moskau, born in 1953, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1977 to 1983. He played in an era characterized by a transition in the game, as the late 1970s and early 1980s saw a growing emphasis on power hitting and a shift in pitching strategy. Moskau was known for his competitive spirit and ability to perform under pressure, contributing to his teams with a solid mix of skill and determination.
Throughout his career, Moskau compiled a record of 32 wins and 27 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.22. He recorded a total of 374 strikeouts and notched 5 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. Moskau's contributions to the game were marked by his resilience and the ability to adapt to the evolving dynamics of Major League Baseball during a pivotal time in its history. His legacy as a reliable pitcher is remembered by fans and historians alike, as he navigated a competitive landscape that laid the groundwork for future generations of players.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 27 | 148 | 92 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 633.7 | 650 | 297 | 67 | 243 | 374 | 4.22 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | CIN | NL | 6 | 6 | 20 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 108.0 | 116 | 48 | 40 | 71 | 4.00 | 642.2 |
| 1978 | CIN | NL | 6 | 4 | 26 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 145.0 | 139 | 64 | 57 | 88 | 3.97 | -1678.4 |
| 1979 | CIN | NL | 5 | 4 | 21 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 106.3 | 107 | 46 | 51 | 58 | 3.89 | -484.7 |
| 1980 | CIN | NL | 9 | 7 | 33 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 152.7 | 147 | 68 | 41 | 94 | 4.01 | 1529.7 |
| 1981 | CIN | NL | 2 | 1 | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 54.7 | 54 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 4.94 | -840.6 |
| 1982 | PIT | NL | 1 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.0 | 43 | 17 | 8 | 15 | 4.37 | -1130.0 |
| 1983 | CHC | NL | 3 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32.0 | 44 | 24 | 14 | 16 | 6.75 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 153 | 196 | 19 | 30 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 10 | 48 | 0.153 | 0.193 | 0.219 | 0.413 | -132.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | CIN | NL | 22 | 38 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.184 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | CIN | NL | 29 | 49 | 6 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.204 | -132.7 |
| 1979 | CIN | NL | 21 | 37 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0.081 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CIN | NL | 33 | 44 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.159 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | CIN | NL | 27 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | PIT | NL | 13 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | CHC | NL | 8 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 148 | 92 | 35 | 94 | 8 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | CIN | P | 20 | 19 | 6 | 19 | 0 | 1 |
| 1978 | CIN | P | 26 | 25 | 5 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
| 1979 | CIN | P | 21 | 15 | 3 | 19 | 2 | 3 |
| 1980 | CIN | P | 33 | 19 | 11 | 22 | 3 | 4 |
| 1981 | CIN | P | 27 | 1 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | PIT | P | 13 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CHN | P | 8 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 148 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1973 |
| Azusa Pacific University | Azusa | CA | 1975 |