Bob Myrick, baseball player, 1976-1978

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

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

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

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