Brian Schmack
Born: 12/7/1973 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-08-24 | Final Game: 2003-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Brian Robert Schmack
Biography
Brian Schmack was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1973, who played in Major League Baseball from August 24, 2003, to September 27, 2003. His career, although brief, showcased his talents during a competitive era in the sport marked by power hitting and evolving pitching strategies. Schmack's primary role as a pitcher allowed him to contribute to his team's efforts on the mound, where he finished with a career record of 1-0 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.46, reflecting his capability to handle pressure situations.
Throughout his time in the league, Schmack recorded a total of 4 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to challenge hitters despite the limited opportunities he received. Although he did not secure any saves during his career, his performance in the games he played illustrated his potential and the skill set he brought to the field. Schmack's presence in the majors, though fleeting, added to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the early 2000s, a period characterized by both the emergence of new talent and the dominance of established stars.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 3.46 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3.46 | -55.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | DET | AL | 11 | 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 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | DET | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 11 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University | DeKalb | IL | 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 |