Brad Rigby
Born: 5/14/1973 in Milwaukee, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-06-28 | Final Game: 2000-06-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 203 lbs
Full name: Bradley Kenneth Rigby
Biography
Brad Rigby, born in 1973, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1997 to 2000. Making his debut during a time when Major League Baseball was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, Rigby played in an era marked by high offensive outputs and increased scoring. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 5 wins and 13 losses, with a career Earned Run Average (ERA) of 5.5. He recorded a total of 75 strikeouts and achieved 2 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and reliever.
Rigby’s playing style reflected the competitive nature of late 1990s baseball, where pitchers often faced challenges from powerful lineups. Despite the ups and downs in his career statistics, Rigby’s resilience on the mound during his time with various teams illustrated his dedication to the sport. Although he retired in 2000, his journey through the major leagues remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, connecting the game’s past with the evolving dynamics of modern-day play.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 13 | 73 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 175.0 | 221 | 107 | 31 | 61 | 75 | 5.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 1 | 7 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 77.7 | 92 | 42 | 22 | 34 | 4.87 | -2198.8 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 1 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.3 | 33 | 17 | 5 | 10 | 7.17 | - |
| 1999 | OAK | AL | 3 | 4 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.3 | 69 | 30 | 26 | 26 | 4.33 | -198.9 |
| 2000 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8.3 | 19 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 16.20 | - |
| 2000 | WSN | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5.3 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5.06 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | OAK | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | KCR | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | WSN | NL | 6 | 1 | 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 | 73 | 14 | 10 | 19 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | OAK | P | 14 | 14 | 5 | 14 | 1 | 2 |
| 1999 | KCA | P | 20 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | OAK | P | 29 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2000 | KCA | P | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | MON | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 73 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | KCA | AL | $220,000 |
| 1999 | KCA | AL | $201,500 |
| 1999 | OAK | AL | $201,500 |
| 1998 | OAK | AL | $174,000 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $947,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta | GA | 1992, 1993, 1994 |