Mike Perez, baseball player, 1990-1997

Mike Perez

Born: 10/19/1964 in Yauco, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1990-09-05 | Final Game: 1997-08-17

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Michael Irvin Perez

Biography

Mike Perez, born in 1964, was a professional baseball pitcher who made a significant impact during his career from 1990 to 1997. Known for his competitive spirit and reliable performance on the mound, Perez finished his career with a record of 24-16 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.56. He was particularly noted for his ability to strike out batters, amassing a total of 224 strikeouts, and demonstrating his effectiveness as a closer with 22 saves. Competing in an era characterized by a mix of power hitters and evolving pitching styles, Perez carved out a niche as a versatile pitcher capable of both starting games and providing late-inning relief. His contributions to his teams were marked by his consistent ability to control the game and manage pressure situations, qualities that endeared him to fans and coaches alike. After retiring from professional baseball, Perez's legacy remained as a testament to the skill and determination of pitchers during a transformative period in the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
24 16 313 0 0 0 22 346.0 334 137 26 120 224 3.56 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
313 11 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 7 0.000 0.214 0.000 0.214 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 313 0 23 49 3 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 313

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1996 CHN NL $500,000
1995 CHN NL $340,000
1994 SLN NL $200,000
1993 SLN NL $175,000
1991 SLN NL $115,000
1990 SLN NL $100,000
Total Career Earnings $1,430,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Florida Gainesville FL 1985
Troy University Troy AL 1986

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1992 Rookie of the Year NL 6th 2.0 120 0