Bryan Rekar
Born: 6/3/1972 in Oaklawn, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-07-19 | Final Game: 2002-04-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Bryan Robert Rekar
Biography
Bryan Rekar, born in 1972, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1995 to 2002. Making his Major League debut with the Florida Marlins, Rekar showcased a competitive spirit on the mound, known for his resilience and determination. Throughout his time in the big leagues, he played for several teams, including the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and the Colorado Rockies, accumulating a career record of 25 wins and 49 losses. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 5.62, reflecting the challenges he faced as a pitcher in an era that was marked by offensive production and high-scoring games.
Rekar's career featured a total of 383 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to miss bats and contribute to his team's pitching efforts, even though he did not record any saves. His playing style was characterized by a strong work ethic and a willingness to take the mound under pressure, traits that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. Despite the ups and downs of his career, Rekar's journey through Major League Baseball during the transition into a more competitive era left a mark on the teams he represented, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 49 | 131 | 108 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 655.0 | 788 | 409 | 99 | 208 | 383 | 5.62 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | COL | NL | 4 | 6 | 15 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 85.0 | 95 | 47 | 24 | 60 | 4.98 | 268.7 |
| 1996 | COL | NL | 2 | 4 | 14 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 58.3 | 87 | 58 | 26 | 25 | 8.95 | -2581.6 |
| 1997 | COL | NL | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.3 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 5.79 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | TBR | AL | 2 | 8 | 16 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 86.7 | 95 | 48 | 21 | 55 | 4.98 | - |
| 1999 | TBR | AL | 6 | 6 | 27 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 94.7 | 121 | 61 | 41 | 55 | 5.80 | - |
| 2000 | TBR | AL | 7 | 10 | 30 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 173.3 | 200 | 85 | 39 | 95 | 4.41 | - |
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 3 | 13 | 25 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 140.7 | 167 | 92 | 45 | 87 | 5.89 | - |
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 15.43 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 131 | 55 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 25 | 0.145 | 0.203 | 0.182 | 0.385 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | COL | NL | 15 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0.038 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | COL | NL | 14 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | COL | NL | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | TBR | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | TBR | AL | 27 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | TBR | AL | 30 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 25 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 2 | 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 | 131 | 108 | 62 | 83 | 8 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | COL | P | 15 | 14 | 9 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | COL | P | 14 | 11 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 | COL | P | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | TBA | P | 16 | 15 | 12 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | TBA | P | 27 | 12 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| 2000 | TBA | P | 30 | 27 | 11 | 21 | 1 | 2 |
| 2001 | TBA | P | 25 | 25 | 18 | 16 | 2 | 2 |
| 2002 | KCA | P | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 131 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TBA | AL | $1,400,000 |
| 2000 | TBA | AL | $265,000 |
| 1998 | TBA | AL | $190,000 |
| 1996 | COL | NL | $135,000 |
| 1995 | COL | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,099,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley University | Peoria | IL | 1991, 1992, 1993 |