Dan Smith
Born: 4/20/1969 in St. Paul, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-09-12 | Final Game: 1994-07-08
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Daniel Scott Smith
Biography
Dan Smith was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1969, whose career spanned from 1992 to 1994. He played in Major League Baseball during a transitional period marked by changes in player dynamics and the growing emphasis on offensive statistics. Smith made his mark as a member of the pitching staff, showcasing his skills on the mound over the course of his brief career.
In his time in the majors, Smith compiled a win-loss record of 1-5 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.66. He struck out 14 batters, though he did not record any saves during his time in the league. While his career may not have been lengthy, Smith's contributions as a pitcher reflected the challenges faced by players of his era, navigating a competitive landscape in a sport that was beginning to see an increase in power hitting and offensive strategies. His legacy remains a reminder of the dedication and perseverance required to reach the highest levels of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29.0 | 36 | 15 | 3 | 20 | 14 | 4.66 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | TEX | AL | 0 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.3 | 18 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 5.02 | -331.1 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | 1 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.7 | 18 | 7 | 12 | 9 | 4.30 | -595.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | TEX | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | TEX | 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 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | TEX | P | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | TEX | P | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 17 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TEX | AL | $112,000 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | $109,000 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $330,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creighton University | Omaha | NE | 1988, 1989, 1990 |