Dennis Powell
Born: 8/13/1963 in Moultrie, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-07-07 | Final Game: 1993-08-11
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Dennis Clay Powell
Biography
Dennis Powell, born in 1963, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1985 to 1993. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Powell made significant contributions to several Major League Baseball teams during his tenure. He finished his career with a record of 11-22 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.95, showcasing his ability to pitch in various situations despite the challenges faced throughout his career.
Over the course of his time in the majors, Powell accumulated 199 strikeouts and recorded 3 saves, reflecting his effectiveness as a relief pitcher and spot starter. His playing years coincided with a dynamic period in baseball, characterized by evolving pitching strategies and an increased emphasis on power hitting. Although his win-loss record may not fully represent his potential, Powell’s resilience and dedication to the game left a lasting impression on teammates and fans alike. After retiring, he remained a part of baseball history, contributing to the sport's rich narrative through his unique experiences on the mound.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 22 | 207 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 339.7 | 360 | 187 | 35 | 159 | 199 | 4.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | LAD | NL | 1 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 29.3 | 30 | 17 | 13 | 19 | 5.22 | - |
| 1986 | LAD | NL | 2 | 7 | 27 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 65.3 | 65 | 31 | 25 | 31 | 4.27 | - |
| 1987 | SEA | AL | 1 | 3 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.3 | 32 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 3.15 | -29.2 |
| 1988 | SEA | AL | 1 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 29 | 18 | 11 | 15 | 8.68 | -426.5 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 2 | 2 | 43 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 45.0 | 49 | 25 | 21 | 27 | 5.00 | -1270.8 |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 0 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.3 | 59 | 30 | 19 | 23 | 6.86 | - |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 4 | 2 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 57.0 | 49 | 29 | 29 | 35 | 4.58 | -914.3 |
| 1993 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47.7 | 42 | 22 | 24 | 32 | 4.15 | -1128.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 207 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.176 | 0.176 | 0.353 | 0.529 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | LAD | NL | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | LAD | NL | 27 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | SEA | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | SEA | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | SEA | AL | 33 | 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 | 207 | 23 | 20 | 51 | 1 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | LAN | P | 16 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 1986 | LAN | P | 27 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1987 | SEA | P | 16 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | SEA | P | 12 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | SEA | P | 43 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | ML4 | P | 9 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SEA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | P | 49 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | SEA | P | 33 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 207 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | SEA | AL | $175,000 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | $125,000 |
| 1988 | SEA | AL | $72,500 |
| 1986 | LAN | NL | $62,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $434,500 | ||