Clint Sodowsky
Born: 7/13/1972 in Ponca City, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-09-04 | Final Game: 1999-05-22
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Clint Rea Sodowsky
Biography
Clint Sodowsky was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1995 to 1999. Born in 1972, he made his Major League Baseball debut during an era characterized by offensive explosion and heightened hitting statistics, often referred to as the "steroid era." Throughout his time in the league, Sodowsky played for several teams and showcased a competitive spirit on the mound, despite facing challenges in achieving consistency.
Over the course of his career, Sodowsky compiled a record of 8-14 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 6.17. He recorded a total of 118 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to miss bats and compete against some of the era's most formidable hitters. While he never notched a save, his role on the pitching staff was vital in providing innings and contributing to his team's overall efforts during a transformative period in baseball history. Despite the ups and downs of his career, Clint Sodowsky remains a part of the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball, representing the perseverance and dedication of athletes during the late 1990s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 14 | 106 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 183.7 | 214 | 126 | 21 | 117 | 118 | 6.17 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | DET | AL | 2 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.3 | 24 | 13 | 18 | 14 | 5.01 | -1169.4 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | 1 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.3 | 40 | 32 | 20 | 9 | 11.84 | -2034.5 |
| 1997 | PIT | NL | 2 | 2 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 52.0 | 49 | 21 | 34 | 51 | 3.63 | -440.3 |
| 1998 | AZ | NL | 3 | 6 | 45 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 77.7 | 86 | 49 | 39 | 42 | 5.68 | - |
| 1999 | STL | NL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 15 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 15.63 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.308 | 0.308 | 0.385 | 0.692 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | DET | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | PIT | NL | 45 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | AZ | NL | 46 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | STL | NL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 106 | 20 | 13 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | DET | P | 6 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | DET | P | 7 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | PIT | P | 45 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | ARI | P | 45 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | SLN | P | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 106 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | ARI | NL | $214,000 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $323,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connors State College | Warner | OK | 1991 |