Ron Piche, baseball player, 1960-1966

Ron Piche

Born: 5/22/1935 in Verdun, QC, CAN

Died: 2/3/2011 in Montreal, QC, CAN

MLB Debut: 1960-05-30 | Final Game: 1966-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Ronald Jacques Piche

Biography

Ron Piche, born in 1935, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1960 to 1966. Piche played during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, marked by the increasing importance of the relief pitcher and the evolution of pitching strategies. Throughout his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 10-16, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.19. Demonstrating his capability on the mound, he struck out 157 batters and secured 12 saves, showcasing his versatility and effectiveness in various game situations. Piche's playing style reflected the competitive nature of the era, as he navigated through the challenges of facing some of the league's most formidable hitters. While his overall record may not fully capture his contributions to his teams, Piche's role as a reliable option in the bullpen and his ability to deliver critical performances in key moments were vital to his teams' efforts during his tenure in the major leagues. His career remains a testament to the dedication and skill required to succeed as a pitcher in the evolving landscape of baseball during the 1960s.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
10 16 134 11 3 0 12 221.3 216 103 23 123 157 4.19 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
136 42 1 1 0 0 0 2 0 3 26 0.024 0.089 0.024 0.113 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 134 11 22 37 1 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 134