Kevin Saucier
Born: 8/9/1956 in Pensacola, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-10-01 | Final Game: 1982-07-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Kevin Andrew Saucier
Biography
Kevin Saucier was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1978 to 1982. Born in 1956, Saucier made his mark during a competitive era in baseball, contributing to his teams with a solid all-around performance on the mound. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 15-11 and achieved an earned run average (ERA) of 3.31, showcasing his ability to keep opposing hitters at bay. His effectiveness was further highlighted by his 94 strikeouts and 19 saves, indicating both his role as a reliable starter and a capable relief pitcher.
Saucier's career unfolded during a time when baseball was experiencing significant transformations, both in player dynamics and team strategies. His contributions were particularly valuable in a league that was beginning to prioritize specialized pitching roles, with Saucier often finding himself in high-pressure situations. His performances, marked by a consistent delivery and strategic approach to pitching, left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike, solidifying his place in the history of the game. After retiring from professional play, Saucier's legacy continued to resonate, reflecting the dedication and skill of pitchers from his era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 11 | 139 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 203.7 | 183 | 75 | 7 | 104 | 94 | 3.31 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | PHI | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 18.00 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | PHI | NL | 1 | 4 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 62.3 | 68 | 29 | 33 | 21 | 4.19 | -983.6 |
| 1980 | PHI | NL | 7 | 3 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | 50 | 19 | 20 | 25 | 3.42 | 163.5 |
| 1981 | DET | AL | 4 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 49.0 | 26 | 9 | 21 | 23 | 1.65 | 80.3 |
| 1982 | DET | AL | 3 | 1 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 40.3 | 35 | 14 | 29 | 23 | 3.12 | -19.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 139 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.056 | 0.056 | 0.056 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | PHI | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | PHI | NL | 29 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | PHI | NL | 40 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | DET | AL | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | DET | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | NLCS | PHI | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1980 | WS | PHI | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | NLCS | PHI | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 |
| 1980 | WS | PHI | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 139 | 2 | 14 | 36 | 6 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | PHI | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | PHI | P | 29 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 1980 | PHI | P | 40 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | DET | P | 38 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| 1982 | DET | P | 31 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 139 |