Ron Rightnowar
Born: 9/5/1964 in Toledo, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-05-20 | Final Game: 1995-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Ronald Gene Rightnowar
Biography
Ron Rightnowar, born in 1964, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2005. Rightnowar played primarily as a relief pitcher, showcasing his skills during a time when the game was transitioning from the power-hitting eras of the late 1980s and early 1990s to a more balanced approach in the new millennium. Over his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 2-1 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.4. He struck out 22 batters and recorded 1 save, demonstrating his capability to contribute effectively in high-pressure situations.
Rightnowar's journey in baseball exemplified the challenges faced by many pitchers during this era, marked by the increasing emphasis on velocity and strikeouts. While his statistics may not have placed him among the elite pitchers of his time, his perseverance and dedication to the game left a lasting impression on those who followed his career. His time in the majors was a testament to the depth and competition of baseball during a dynamic period in the sport's history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 36.7 | 35 | 22 | 3 | 18 | 22 | 5.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 2 | 1 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 36.7 | 35 | 22 | 18 | 22 | 5.40 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 34 | 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 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ML4 | P | 34 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 34 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ML4 | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $109,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Michigan University | Ypsilanti | MI | 1983, 1984, 1985 |