Matt Ruebel
Born: 10/16/1969 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-05-21 | Final Game: 1998-07-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Matthew Alexander Ruebel
Biography
Matt Ruebel, born in 1969, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 1998. Throughout his career, Ruebel showcased his abilities on the mound with a record of 4-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.54. He struck out a total of 78 batters and achieved 1 save, contributing to his teams during a competitive era in baseball that included the tail end of the steroid era, which was marked by high offensive outputs and significant pressure on pitchers.
Ruebel's playing style was characterized by his competitive spirit and the ability to handle pressure situations despite the challenges faced by pitchers during his time. While his career statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, his perseverance and contributions to his teams were integral in navigating the highs and lows of a season. Ruebel's journey through the major leagues is a testament to the dedication required to excel in professional sports, making him a notable figure in baseball history during the late 1990s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 77 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 130.0 | 152 | 80 | 18 | 56 | 78 | 5.54 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 26 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 58.7 | 64 | 30 | 25 | 22 | 4.60 | -1405.7 |
| 1997 | PIT | NL | 3 | 2 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.7 | 77 | 44 | 27 | 50 | 6.32 | -500.7 |
| 1998 | TBR | AL | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6.23 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | 20 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0.150 | 0.190 | 0.150 | 0.340 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 26 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | PIT | NL | 44 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | TBR | AL | 7 | 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 | 77 | 8 | 11 | 18 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PIT | P | 26 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | PIT | P | 44 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 | TBA | P | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 77 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | PIT | NL | $160,000 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $269,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma | Norman | OK | 1989, 1990 |