Gary Serum
Born: 10/24/1956 in Fargo, ND, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-07-22 | Final Game: 1979-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Gary Wayne Serum
Biography
Gary Serum, born in 1956, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1977 to 1979. Making his debut in an era marked by a transition in baseball dynamics, Serum played during a time when the game was evolving in terms of pitching strategy and offensive power. Over his brief career, he compiled a win-loss record of 10-12, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.72. His performance on the mound included a total of 125 strikeouts, showcasing his capability to challenge hitters effectively.
Serum's career was characterized by his resilience and adaptability as a pitcher. Despite limited opportunities in the major leagues, he managed to leave a mark with his competitive spirit and contributions to his teams, including a single save, which underscored his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. Although his time in the majors was short-lived, Gary Serum remains a part of baseball history, emblematic of the many players who navigated the complexities of the sport during the late 1970s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 12 | 62 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 271.0 | 303 | 142 | 28 | 74 | 125 | 4.72 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 22 | 11 | 10 | 14 | 4.37 | -789.4 |
| 1978 | MIN | AL | 9 | 9 | 34 | 23 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 184.3 | 188 | 84 | 44 | 80 | 4.10 | 1042.0 |
| 1979 | MIN | AL | 1 | 3 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 64.0 | 93 | 47 | 20 | 31 | 6.61 | -1183.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | MIN | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | MIN | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | MIN | AL | 20 | 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 | 62 | 28 | 22 | 37 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | MIN | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | MIN | P | 34 | 23 | 17 | 25 | 0 | 2 |
| 1979 | MIN | P | 20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 62 |