Ron Rightnowar, baseball player, 1995-1995

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

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

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

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