Nate Snell
Born: 9/2/1952 in Orangeburg, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-09-20 | Final Game: 1987-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Nathaniel Snell
Biography
Nate Snell, born in 1952, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1984 to 1987. Over the course of his tenure in Major League Baseball, Snell compiled a record of 7-6 and maintained a solid earned run average (ERA) of 3.29, showcasing his ability to keep opposing hitters at bay. He struck out 96 batters and recorded 5 saves, demonstrating his versatility and effectiveness both as a starter and a reliever.
Snell played during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the increasing emphasis on specialized pitching roles and the evolution of relief pitching strategies. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by his competitive spirit and skill on the mound, which earned him recognition among peers and fans alike. Although his career was relatively brief, Snell's performance left a lasting impression and highlighted the importance of reliable pitching in the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 6 | 104 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 219.0 | 216 | 80 | 19 | 72 | 96 | 3.29 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | BAL | AL | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 2.35 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | BAL | AL | 3 | 2 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 100.3 | 100 | 30 | 30 | 41 | 2.69 | 1488.0 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 2 | 1 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 72.3 | 69 | 31 | 22 | 29 | 3.86 | -1042.6 |
| 1987 | DET | AL | 1 | 2 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.7 | 39 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 3.96 | -730.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 104 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | BAL | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | BAL | AL | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | DET | AL | 22 | 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 | 104 | 2 | 18 | 36 | 2 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | BAL | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | BAL | P | 43 | 0 | 6 | 21 | 2 | 3 |
| 1986 | BAL | P | 34 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | DET | P | 22 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 104 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State University | Nashville | TN | 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 |