Craig Skok
Born: 9/1/1947 in Dobbs Ferry, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-05-04 | Final Game: 1979-07-29
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Craig Richard Skok
Biography
Craig Skok, born in 1947, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1973 to 1979. Known for his versatility on the mound, Skok made contributions to several teams during his career, culminating in a record of 4-7 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.86. He recorded a total of 85 strikeouts and notched 5 saves, showcasing his ability to both start games and come in as a reliever.
Skok's career unfolded during an era marked by the transition of baseball styles in the 1970s, as teams began to emphasize both power hitting and strategic pitching. While he may not have dominated the headlines, his presence in the league contributed to the depth of pitching talent during a time when the game was evolving. His contributions to the teams he played for and his role in the development of young pitchers left a lasting impact on the franchises he represented. Skok's journey through the complexities of professional baseball remains a testament to the challenges and achievements faced by players of his era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 7 | 107 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 150.0 | 170 | 81 | 19 | 58 | 85 | 4.86 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | BOS | AL | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 28.7 | 35 | 20 | 11 | 22 | 6.28 | 473.7 |
| 1976 | TEX | AL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 12.60 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | ATL | NL | 3 | 2 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 62.0 | 64 | 30 | 27 | 28 | 4.35 | -1536.1 |
| 1979 | ATL | NL | 1 | 3 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 54.3 | 58 | 24 | 17 | 30 | 3.98 | -556.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.182 | 0.250 | 0.273 | 0.523 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | BOS | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | TEX | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | ATL | NL | 43 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | ATL | NL | 44 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 107 | 0 | 4 | 22 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | BOS | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | TEX | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | ATL | P | 43 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | ATL | P | 44 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 107 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broward Community College | Fort Lauderdale | FL | 1966, 1967 |
| Florida State University | Tallahassee | FL | 1968, 1969 |