Shane Rawley, baseball player, 1978-1989

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

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

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

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