Steve Smyth
Born: 6/3/1978 in Brawley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-08-06 | Final Game: 2002-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Steven Delton Smyth
Biography
Steve Smyth was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1978, who played in Major League Baseball from 2002 to 2008. Throughout his career, he showcased his skills primarily as a starting pitcher, contributing to his teams with a competitive spirit and determination. Smyth's tenure in the majors included stints that highlighted both the challenges and excitement of pitching at the highest level.
Over his career, Smyth recorded a win-loss record of 1-3 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 9.35. He struck out 16 batters during his time on the mound, although he did not register any saves. Despite the struggles reflected in his statistics, Smyth's dedication to the game and his experience in the league provided valuable insights to younger players and contributed to the competitive landscape of baseball in the early 2000s. His journey through the majors, although brief, remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.0 | 34 | 27 | 9 | 10 | 16 | 9.35 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | CHC | NL | 1 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.0 | 34 | 27 | 10 | 16 | 9.35 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.222 | 0.222 | 0.222 | 0.444 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | CHC | NL | 8 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 8 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | CHN | P | 8 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress College | Cypress | CA | 1997, 1998 |
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1999 |