Bryn Smith, baseball player, 1981-1993

Bryn Smith

Born: 8/11/1955 in Marietta, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-09-08 | Final Game: 1993-06-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Bryn Nelson Smith

Biography

Bryn Smith was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1981 to 1993. Born in 1955, Smith established himself as a reliable starting pitcher known for his consistency and competitive spirit. Over his 12-year career, he compiled a record of 108 wins and 94 losses, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.53. Smith was particularly adept at striking out batters, finishing his career with 1,028 strikeouts, while also contributing six saves throughout his tenure. Smith's career spanned a transformative era in baseball, bridging the end of the post-expansion period and the dawn of a new offensive era. He played for several teams, including the Montreal Expos and the St. Louis Cardinals, where he was known for his ability to keep games close and his composure under pressure. His contributions were vital in numerous games, especially in critical late-season matchups, marking him as a noteworthy figure in baseball during the 1980s and early 1990s. After retiring, Smith's legacy as a solid pitcher with a knack for performance in clutch situations has remained a point of reference for aspiring pitchers in the league.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
108 94 365 255 23 8 6 1791.3 1725 702 140 432 1028 3.53 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
365 496 34 76 12 0 3 37 1 29 140 0.153 0.199 0.196 0.394 -2727.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 365 255 132 279 19 23

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 365

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1993 COL NL $250,000
1992 SLN NL $2,233,334
1991 SLN NL $2,133,333
1990 SLN NL $1,566,667
1989 MON NL $550,000
1988 MON NL $525,000
1987 MON NL $466,719
1986 MON NL $700,000
1985 MON NL $290,000
Total Career Earnings $8,715,053