Bob Myrick
Born: 10/1/1952 in Hattiesburg, MS, USA
Died: 8/23/2012 in Hattiesburg, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1976-05-28 | Final Game: 1978-05-18
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Robert Howard Myrick
Biography
Bob Myrick was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1976 to 1978. Born in 1952, Myrick made his mark during a transitional period in baseball characterized by a shift toward more specialized pitching roles. Over the course of his brief career, he recorded a win-loss record of 3-6 and maintained a respectable earned run average (ERA) of 3.48. Myrick was known for his ability to strike out batters, totaling 73 strikeouts, and contributed to his teams with 2 saves.
Myrick's playing style featured a blend of finesse and strategic pitching, making him a valuable asset in the bullpen during his time. Though his MLB career was relatively short, he left a lasting impression as a reliable pitcher in the late 1970s, an era that saw the game evolving with the rise of dominant relief pitchers and the importance of situational matchups. His contributions to the teams he played for reflect a dedication to the craft of pitching and the competitive spirit of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 6 | 82 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 139.7 | 138 | 54 | 10 | 59 | 73 | 3.48 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | NYN | NL | 1 | 1 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.7 | 34 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 3.25 | -467.9 |
| 1977 | NYN | NL | 2 | 2 | 44 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 87.3 | 86 | 35 | 33 | 49 | 3.61 | 1045.5 |
| 1978 | NYN | NL | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 18 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 3.28 | -623.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | NYN | NL | 21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | NYN | NL | 44 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | NYN | NL | 17 | 2 | 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 | 82 | 5 | 4 | 27 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | NYN | P | 21 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1977 | NYN | P | 44 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | NYN | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 82 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi State University | Mississippi State | MS | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 |