Kyle Peterson
Born: 4/9/1976 in Elkhorn, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-07-19 | Final Game: 2001-07-05
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Kyle Johnathan Peterson
Biography
Kyle Peterson was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1999 to 2001. Born in 1976, he made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by a transition towards more offensive play, known as the "steroid era." Throughout his career, he played primarily in relief roles, demonstrating a competitive spirit on the mound.
Peterson finished his career with a record of 5-9 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.71 across his appearances. He recorded a total of 46 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters despite not securing any saves. His contributions, while not highlighted by overwhelming statistics, reflected the depth and resilience required of pitchers during this dynamic period in baseball history. Peterson's journey through the majors serves as a testament to the often overlooked but crucial role of pitchers in shaping the outcomes of games.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 9 | 20 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 91.7 | 106 | 48 | 6 | 29 | 46 | 4.71 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 4 | 7 | 17 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 77.0 | 87 | 39 | 25 | 34 | 4.56 | 1606.0 |
| 2001 | MIL | NL | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.7 | 19 | 9 | 4 | 12 | 5.52 | -173.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 27 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.148 | 0.179 | 0.185 | 0.364 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 17 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.136 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | MIL | NL | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 20 | 14 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | MIL | P | 17 | 12 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | MIL | P | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 20 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | MIL | NL | $215,000 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $415,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1995, 1996, 1997 |