Ken Patterson
Born: 7/8/1964 in Costa Mesa, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-07-08 | Final Game: 1994-04-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Kenneth Brian Patterson
Biography
Ken Patterson, born in 1964, was a professional baseball pitcher known for his contributions to Major League Baseball from 1988 to 1994. Over the course of his career, Patterson compiled a record of 14-8 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.88. He struck out 183 batters and recorded 5 saves, showcasing his ability not only as a starter but also as a reliable option in the bullpen.
Patterson played during a transformative time in baseball, navigating the late 1980s and early 1990s, an era characterized by a shift in offensive power and pitching strategies. His versatility on the mound allowed him to adapt to the evolving game, and he was known for his competitive spirit and determination. While his career may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Patterson’s contributions to the teams he played for remain a testament to his skill and dedication to the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 8 | 224 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 317.7 | 290 | 137 | 38 | 166 | 183 | 3.88 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CHW | AL | 0 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 20.7 | 25 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 4.79 | - |
| 1989 | CHW | AL | 6 | 1 | 50 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 65.7 | 64 | 33 | 28 | 43 | 4.52 | - |
| 1990 | CHW | AL | 2 | 1 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 66.3 | 58 | 25 | 34 | 40 | 3.39 | - |
| 1991 | CHW | AL | 3 | 0 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 63.7 | 48 | 20 | 35 | 32 | 2.83 | - |
| 1992 | CHC | NL | 2 | 3 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 41.7 | 41 | 18 | 27 | 23 | 3.89 | - |
| 1993 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 59.0 | 54 | 30 | 35 | 36 | 4.58 | - |
| 1994 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 224 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CHW | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | CHW | AL | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | CHW | AL | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CHW | AL | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CHC | NL | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | LAA | AL | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | LAA | AL | 1 | 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 | 224 | 4 | 12 | 38 | 6 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CHA | P | 9 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | CHA | P | 50 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1990 | CHA | P | 43 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | CHA | P | 43 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 1992 | CHN | P | 32 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | CAL | P | 46 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | CAL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 224 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | CHN | NL | $640,000 |
| 1991 | CHA | AL | $160,000 |
| 1990 | CHA | AL | $125,000 |
| 1989 | CHA | AL | $72,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $997,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | Waco | TX | 1984, 1985 |
| McLennan Community College | Waco | TX | 1983 |