Joe Slusarski
Born: 12/19/1966 in Indianapolis, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-04-11 | Final Game: 2001-06-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Joseph Andrew Slusarski
Biography
Joe Slusarski, born in 1966, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career in Major League Baseball from 1991 to 2001. Over his decade-long career, Slusarski played for several teams, showcasing his skills in a challenging era marked by offensive explosions and a greater emphasis on power hitting. He finished his career with a record of 13 wins and 21 losses, an earned run average (ERA) of 5.18, 173 strikeouts, and 3 saves, contributing to a competitive landscape in the sport.
Slusarski's playing style was characterized by his versatility on the mound, as he was capable of stepping into various roles, whether as a starter or reliever. Although he may not have achieved overwhelming statistical accolades, his perseverance and adaptability allowed him to carve out a niche in the league, where he faced some of the best hitters of his time. His tenure in the majors serves as a testament to the dedication required to excel in baseball, even when faced with the pressures and demands of an evolving game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 21 | 118 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 305.7 | 342 | 176 | 45 | 125 | 173 | 5.18 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | OAK | AL | 5 | 7 | 20 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 109.3 | 121 | 64 | 52 | 60 | 5.27 | -2929.4 |
| 1992 | OAK | AL | 5 | 5 | 15 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 76.0 | 85 | 46 | 27 | 38 | 5.45 | -3678.2 |
| 1993 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 5.19 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 21 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 5.40 | - |
| 1999 | HOU | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | HOU | NL | 2 | 7 | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 77.0 | 80 | 36 | 22 | 54 | 4.21 | 1394.9 |
| 2001 | ATL | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | HOU | NL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 16 | 10 | 3 | 6 | 9.00 | -233.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | OAK | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | OAK | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | OAK | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | HOU | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | HOU | NL | 54 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | ATL | NL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | HOU | NL | 8 | 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 | 118 | 34 | 19 | 26 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | OAK | P | 20 | 19 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | OAK | P | 15 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | OAK | P | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | ML4 | P | 12 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | HOU | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | HOU | P | 54 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | ATL | P | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | HOU | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 118 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ATL | NL | $360,000 |
| 1995 | ML4 | AL | $109,000 |
| 1993 | OAK | AL | $130,000 |
| 1992 | OAK | AL | $125,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $724,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Land Community College | Springfield | IL | 1985, 1986 |
| University of New Orleans | New Orleans | LA | 1987, 1988 |