Dave Otto
Born: 11/12/1964 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-09-08 | Final Game: 1994-08-10
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: David Alan Otto
Biography
Dave Otto, born in 1964, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1987 until 1994. Known for his versatility on the mound, Otto's career spanned several teams, where he showcased his skills during an era characterized by a growing emphasis on offensive play and the emergence of power hitters. Over his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 10-22 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 5.06, reflecting the challenges he faced in the competitive landscape of the early 1990s.
Throughout his time in the majors, Otto struck out 144 batters, demonstrating his ability to miss bats despite facing formidable lineups. Although he did not record any saves in his career, his contributions were significant in various roles, including starting and relief appearances. Otto's journey through the league exemplified the resilience and dedication required to compete at the highest level of baseball, leaving a mark in the hearts of fans who appreciated his effort and tenacity on the mound. His career remains a testament to the challenges faced by pitchers in a high-scoring era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 22 | 109 | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 318.3 | 377 | 179 | 33 | 122 | 144 | 5.06 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 9 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 1.80 | 141.4 |
| 1989 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2.70 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 7.71 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 2 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0 | 108 | 47 | 27 | 47 | 4.23 | 396.8 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 5 | 9 | 18 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 80.3 | 110 | 63 | 33 | 32 | 7.06 | -2965.6 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 3 | 4 | 28 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 68.0 | 85 | 38 | 28 | 30 | 5.03 | -1730.0 |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 0 | 1 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45.0 | 49 | 19 | 22 | 19 | 3.80 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109 | 20 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.350 | 0.550 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | OAK | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | OAK | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | OAK | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | OAK | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 28 | 18 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 36 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 109 | 41 | 11 | 52 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | OAK | P | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | OAK | P | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | OAK | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | OAK | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | CLE | P | 18 | 14 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | CLE | P | 18 | 16 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1993 | PIT | P | 28 | 8 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | CHN | P | 36 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 109 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | PIT | NL | $525,000 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | $300,000 |
| 1990 | OAK | AL | $102,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $927,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri Columbia | Columbia | MO | 1983, 1984, 1985 |