Cliff Pastornicky was a professional baseball player born in 1958, who played as a position player during his brief Major League Baseball career in 1983. His time in the big leagues was marked by a stint with the team from June 14 to June 27, 1983, during which he appeared in 10 games. Despite the limited opportunities, Pastornicky showcased his potential with a total of 4 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 5 runs, giving him a batting average of .125.
Although his career in the Major Leagues was short-lived, Pastornicky's contributions during his time on the field exemplified the challenges faced by players in the early 1980s, a period characterized by a competitive landscape and evolving player development strategies. His performance, while modest in terms of statistics, reflected the determination and grit required to compete at the highest level of baseball.