Steve Olin
Born: 10/4/1965 in Portland, OR, USA
Died: 3/22/1993 in Little Lake Nellie, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-07-29 | Final Game: 1992-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Steven Robert Olin
Biography
Steve Olin was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1965, whose career spanned from 1989 until his untimely passing in 1992. Known for his tenacity on the mound, Olin played a significant role in the relief pitching corps during a competitive era of Major League Baseball. He recorded a career record of 16-19, with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.1, showcasing his ability to limit runs and maintain pressure on opposing hitters. Over the course of his brief but impactful career, he struck out 173 batters and secured 48 saves, reflecting his effectiveness and reliability in high-leverage situations.
Olin's playing style was characterized by his fierce competitive spirit and his ability to execute under pressure, which made him a valuable asset to his team. He played during a time when the game was transitioning into a more offensive era, yet he consistently managed to keep hitters off balance with his pitching repertoire. His contributions to the game are remembered fondly, particularly by fans of the teams he played for, as he left a lasting impression on the field despite his career being cut short. Steve Olin's legacy continues to resonate within the baseball community, marking him as a promising talent that was tragically lost too soon.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 19 | 195 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 48 | 273.0 | 272 | 94 | 14 | 90 | 173 | 3.10 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 1 | 4 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 36.0 | 35 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 3.75 | 682.8 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 4 | 4 | 50 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 92.3 | 96 | 35 | 26 | 64 | 3.41 | 2298.5 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 3 | 6 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 56.3 | 61 | 21 | 23 | 38 | 3.36 | 947.4 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 8 | 5 | 72 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 88.3 | 80 | 23 | 27 | 47 | 2.34 | -458.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 195 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 72 | 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 | 195 | 1 | 12 | 54 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CLE | P | 25 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CLE | P | 50 | 1 | 3 | 24 | 3 | 1 |
| 1991 | CLE | P | 48 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 1992 | CLE | P | 72 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 195 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | CLE | AL | $300,000 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | $175,000 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | $68,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $543,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State University | Portland | OR | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 |