Roger Salkeld
Born: 3/6/1971 in Burbank, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-09-08 | Final Game: 1996-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Roger William Salkeld
Biography
Roger Salkeld, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 1996. Throughout his career, Salkeld showcased his talents on the mound, finishing with a record of 10-10 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.61. He struck out a total of 141 batters during his time in the league, although he did not record any saves. Salkeld's playing style was characterized by his ability to generate strikeouts, reflecting the evolving nature of pitching during the mid-1990s.
Salkeld made his debut at a time when baseball was transitioning into an era marked by offensive explosions and record-setting performances. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Salkeld's contributions to his teams were significant, as he provided depth to the pitching staff and demonstrated resilience on the mound. His career, though brief, remains a part of the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 10 | 45 | 34 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 189.3 | 203 | 118 | 25 | 103 | 141 | 5.61 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.3 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 2.51 | 707.9 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | 2 | 5 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 59.0 | 76 | 47 | 45 | 46 | 7.17 | -1405.4 |
| 1996 | CIN | NL | 8 | 5 | 29 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 116.0 | 114 | 67 | 54 | 82 | 5.20 | -2125.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 32 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 0.031 | 0.061 | 0.031 | 0.092 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | SEA | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | CIN | NL | 29 | 32 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 0.031 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 45 | 34 | 9 | 21 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | SEA | P | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | SEA | P | 13 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | CIN | P | 29 | 19 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 45 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CIN | NL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $120,000 | ||