Ken Schrom
Born: 11/23/1954 in Grangeville, ID, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-08-08 | Final Game: 1987-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Kenneth Marvin Schrom
Biography
Ken Schrom was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1980 to 1987. Born in 1954, Schrom made a name for himself during a competitive era in baseball that experienced the transition from the deadball period to a more offense-driven game. Over his career, he achieved a balanced record of 51 wins and 51 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.81. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded a total of 372 strikeouts throughout his time in the league.
Schrom was selected as an All-Star during his career, reflecting his impact on the field and recognition among peers. Although he was primarily known for his pitching prowess, he also recorded one save, showcasing his versatility on the mound. While his career may not have placed him among the most dominant pitchers of his time, Schrom's contributions to his teams and the game left a lasting impression, particularly for fans who appreciated the craft of pitching in a rapidly evolving era of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | 51 | 176 | 137 | 22 | 3 | 1 | 900.0 | 963 | 481 | 125 | 320 | 372 | 4.81 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 1 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 31.0 | 32 | 18 | 19 | 13 | 5.23 | -584.4 |
| 1982 | TOR | AL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 8 | 5.87 | -1264.5 |
| 1983 | MIN | AL | 15 | 8 | 33 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 196.3 | 196 | 81 | 80 | 80 | 3.71 | -1811.1 |
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 5 | 11 | 25 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 137.0 | 156 | 68 | 41 | 49 | 4.47 | -2059.9 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 9 | 12 | 29 | 26 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 160.7 | 164 | 89 | 59 | 74 | 4.99 | -5132.5 |
| 1986 | CLE | AL | 14 | 7 | 34 | 33 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 206.0 | 217 | 104 | 49 | 87 | 4.54 | -5303.0 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | 6 | 13 | 32 | 29 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 153.7 | 185 | 111 | 57 | 61 | 6.50 | -5581.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 178 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | TOR | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | MIN | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | CLE | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | 32 | 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 | 176 | 137 | 69 | 78 | 11 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | TOR | P | 17 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | TOR | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | MIN | P | 33 | 28 | 8 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| 1984 | MIN | P | 25 | 21 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | MIN | P | 29 | 26 | 23 | 20 | 3 | 3 |
| 1986 | CLE | P | 34 | 33 | 16 | 15 | 4 | 1 |
| 1987 | CLE | P | 32 | 29 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 176 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CLE | AL | $450,000 |
| 1986 | CLE | AL | $275,000 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $875,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Idaho | Moscow | ID | 1974, 1975 |