Mike Schooler
Born: 8/10/1962 in Anaheim, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-06-10 | Final Game: 1993-09-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Michael Ralph Schooler
Biography
Mike Schooler was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1988 to 1993. Born in 1962, Schooler made his mark during a time when the game was transitioning into a more offensive era, characterized by power-hitting and strategic pitching. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 15-29 and maintained a respectable earned run average (ERA) of 3.49, demonstrating his ability to keep runs to a minimum in a league increasingly dominated by hitters.
Throughout his tenure, Schooler struck out 248 batters and recorded 98 saves, solidifying his role as a reliable reliever. His contributions were especially vital to the bullpens of the teams he played for, showcasing a strong command of his pitches and a competitive spirit on the mound. While his career was relatively brief, Schooler’s impact resonated with fans and teammates alike, earning him recognition in the annals of baseball history as a dependable arm during a dynamic period in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 29 | 260 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 98 | 291.7 | 283 | 113 | 23 | 103 | 248 | 3.49 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SEA | AL | 5 | 8 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 48.3 | 45 | 19 | 24 | 54 | 3.54 | 697.5 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 1 | 7 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 77.0 | 81 | 24 | 19 | 69 | 2.81 | 3097.2 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 1 | 4 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 56.0 | 47 | 14 | 16 | 45 | 2.25 | 833.7 |
| 1991 | SEA | AL | 3 | 3 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 34.3 | 25 | 14 | 10 | 31 | 3.67 | 1063.4 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 2 | 7 | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 51.7 | 55 | 27 | 24 | 33 | 4.70 | -1270.4 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | 3 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.3 | 30 | 15 | 10 | 16 | 5.55 | -194.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 260 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SEA | AL | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 49 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | SEA | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | 17 | 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 | 260 | 0 | 13 | 42 | 1 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SEA | P | 40 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | SEA | P | 67 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 1990 | SEA | P | 49 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | SEA | P | 34 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | P | 53 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | TEX | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 260 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | SEA | AL | $800,000 |
| 1991 | SEA | AL | $490,000 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | $260,000 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | $145,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,695,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 1985 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 7th | 2.0 | 140 | 0 |