Mike Roesler
Born: 9/12/1963 in Fort Wayne, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-08-09 | Final Game: 1990-04-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Michael Joseph Roesler
Biography
Mike Roesler, born in 1963, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1989 to 1990. He made his mark in the major leagues during a time of transition in baseball, as the sport began to embrace a more offensive style following the late 1980s. Roesler’s playing career included a total of 26 games, where he compiled a record of 1-1 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 3.77. Over the course of his brief career, he struck out 18 batters, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite not recording any saves.
Roesler's playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit and a determination to succeed, traits that resonated with fans during his time on the mound. While his major league tenure was short-lived, Roesler contributed to the teams he played for, reflecting the hard-working ethos of pitchers in the late 20th century. His journey through the ranks of professional baseball exemplified the challenges faced by players striving to make a name for themselves in a highly competitive environment.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31.0 | 27 | 13 | 5 | 11 | 18 | 3.77 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CIN | NL | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 22 | 11 | 9 | 14 | 3.96 | -686.3 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CIN | NL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 22 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CIN | P | 17 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | PIT | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 22 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CIN | NL | $104,000 |
| 1989 | CIN | NL | $68,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $172,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball State University | Muncie | IN | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 |