Shane Rawley
Born: 7/27/1955 in Racine, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-04-06 | Final Game: 1989-09-17
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Shane William Rawley
Biography
Shane Rawley, born in 1955, was a professional baseball pitcher who had an impactful career spanning from 1978 to 1989. He played in an era marked by a shift towards offensive prowess, yet he carved out a niche for himself as a reliable arm on the mound. Throughout his career, Rawley compiled a record of 111 wins and 118 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.02. He was a strikeout artist, amassing a total of 991 strikeouts, and demonstrated his versatility and effectiveness in high-pressure situations by recording 40 saves.
Rawley’s performance earned him an All-Star selection during his career, highlighting his status among the top pitchers of his time. His competitive spirit and ability to perform under pressure made him a valuable asset for the teams he played for. Despite playing during a period when power hitting dominated the game, Rawley’s skill set allowed him to stand out, contributing significantly to his teams' pitching rotations. His legacy is marked not only by his statistics but also by his resilience and adaptability in a rapidly evolving game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 118 | 469 | 230 | 41 | 7 | 40 | 1871.3 | 1934 | 836 | 153 | 734 | 991 | 4.02 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | SEA | AL | 4 | 9 | 52 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 111.3 | 114 | 51 | 51 | 66 | 4.12 | -109.9 |
| 1979 | SEA | AL | 5 | 9 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 84.3 | 88 | 36 | 40 | 48 | 3.84 | 1375.7 |
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 7 | 7 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 113.7 | 103 | 42 | 63 | 68 | 3.33 | 584.2 |
| 1981 | SEA | AL | 4 | 6 | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 68.3 | 64 | 30 | 38 | 35 | 3.95 | 182.3 |
| 1982 | NYY | AL | 11 | 10 | 47 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 164.0 | 165 | 74 | 54 | 111 | 4.06 | - |
| 1983 | NYY | AL | 14 | 14 | 34 | 33 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 238.3 | 246 | 100 | 79 | 124 | 3.78 | - |
| 1984 | NYY | AL | 2 | 3 | 11 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 42.0 | 46 | 29 | 27 | 24 | 6.21 | - |
| 1984 | PHI | NL | 10 | 6 | 18 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 120.3 | 117 | 51 | 27 | 58 | 3.81 | -295.1 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | 13 | 8 | 36 | 31 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 198.7 | 188 | 73 | 81 | 106 | 3.31 | -124.4 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | 11 | 7 | 23 | 23 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 157.7 | 166 | 62 | 50 | 73 | 3.54 | 346.7 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | 17 | 11 | 36 | 36 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 229.7 | 250 | 112 | 86 | 123 | 4.39 | 18.2 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | 8 | 16 | 32 | 32 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 198.0 | 220 | 92 | 78 | 87 | 4.18 | -6036.3 |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 5 | 12 | 27 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 145.0 | 167 | 84 | 60 | 68 | 5.21 | -3955.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 473 | 289 | 16 | 40 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 9 | 106 | 0.138 | 0.162 | 0.166 | 0.328 | -2248.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | SEA | AL | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | SEA | AL | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | SEA | AL | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | NYY | AL | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | NYY | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | NYY | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | PHI | NL | 19 | 43 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 0.116 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | 36 | 58 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 0.138 | -506.8 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | 23 | 52 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0.173 | -403.4 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | 37 | 79 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 31 | 0.152 | -753.7 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | 32 | 57 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 0.105 | -584.4 |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 27 | 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 | 469 | 230 | 80 | 307 | 17 | 22 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | SEA | P | 52 | 2 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| 1979 | SEA | P | 48 | 3 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | SEA | P | 59 | 0 | 4 | 28 | 1 | 3 |
| 1981 | SEA | P | 46 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 1982 | NYA | P | 47 | 17 | 5 | 29 | 1 | 1 |
| 1983 | NYA | P | 34 | 33 | 14 | 33 | 2 | 3 |
| 1984 | NYA | P | 11 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | PHI | P | 18 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | PHI | P | 36 | 31 | 12 | 36 | 1 | 2 |
| 1986 | PHI | P | 23 | 23 | 4 | 28 | 4 | 3 |
| 1987 | PHI | P | 36 | 36 | 6 | 34 | 1 | 2 |
| 1988 | PHI | P | 32 | 32 | 9 | 33 | 2 | 2 |
| 1989 | MIN | P | 27 | 25 | 4 | 20 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 469 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Pitcher of the Month | August |
| 1981 | Player of the Week | Week of 1981-09-25 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BOS | AL | $350,000 |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | $950,000 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | $900,000 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | $800,000 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | $800,000 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | $700,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,500,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Hills Community College | Centerville | IA | 1974 |