Keith Shepherd
Born: 1/21/1968 in Wabash, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-09-06 | Final Game: 1996-08-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Keith Wayne Shepherd
Biography
Keith Shepherd, born in 1968, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1992 to 1996. During his time in Major League Baseball, he played for a total of five seasons, showcasing his skills on the mound with a record of 2-5. Shepherd's career earned run average (ERA) was 6.71, reflecting the challenges he faced as a pitcher in a competitive league. Over the course of his career, he recorded a total of 34 strikeouts and achieved 3 saves, contributing to his team's efforts during crucial moments.
Shepherd's playing style was characterized by a determination to compete and a willingness to learn and adapt throughout his time in the league. He competed during an era marked by significant changes in baseball, including advancements in player training and the increasing emphasis on specialized roles in pitching. Although his career numbers may not fully capture his potential, Shepherd's contributions to the teams he played for and his perseverance in the sport remain noteworthy. His journey through the ranks of professional baseball serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication required to excel in the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5 | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 63.0 | 80 | 47 | 10 | 30 | 34 | 6.71 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | PHI | NL | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 22.0 | 19 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 3.27 | 581.9 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 1 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 19.3 | 26 | 15 | 4 | 7 | 6.98 | -746.9 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 36.00 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | BAL | AL | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.7 | 31 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 8.71 | -1713.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | PHI | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | BAL | AL | 13 | 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 | 41 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | PHI | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | COL | P | 14 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | BAL | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 41 |