Eric Skoglund
Born: 10/26/1992 in Sarasota, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2017-05-30 | Final Game: 2019-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Eric Lawrence Skoglund
Biography
Eric Skoglund was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2017 to 2019. Born in 1992, Skoglund made his debut with the Kansas City Royals, showcasing his talents during a challenging period for the franchise. Over the course of his career, he amassed a record of 2-11, with an earned run average (ERA) of 6.61. Despite facing difficulties on the mound, Skoglund demonstrated resilience and determination as he adjusted to the competitive nature of Major League Baseball.
Skoglund's pitching style was characterized by a blend of speed and movement, which he utilized to strike out 67 batters during his time in the league. Although he did not record any saves, his contributions as a starting pitcher were significant, as he navigated the ups and downs of a career that unfolded amidst the evolving landscape of the game. Skoglund's tenure in the majors reflected the challenges many young pitchers face when transitioning from minor leagues to the highest level of competition, providing a glimpse into the perseverance required to succeed in professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 11 | 27 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 109.0 | 126 | 80 | 19 | 40 | 67 | 6.61 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | KCR | AL | 1 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 30 | 19 | 12 | 14 | 9.50 | - |
| 2018 | KCR | AL | 1 | 6 | 14 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.0 | 66 | 40 | 19 | 49 | 5.14 | - |
| 2019 | KCR | AL | 0 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.0 | 30 | 21 | 9 | 4 | 9.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | KCR | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | KCR | AL | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | KCR | AL | 6 | 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 | 27 | 22 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | KCA | P | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | KCA | P | 14 | 13 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | KCA | P | 6 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 27 |