Lary Sorensen
Born: 10/4/1955 in Detroit, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-06-07 | Final Game: 1988-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Lary Alan Sorensen
Biography
Lary Sorensen, born in 1955, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1977 to 1988. Over the course of his career, he made a notable impact on the mound, finishing with a record of 93 wins and 103 losses, an earned run average (ERA) of 4.15, and a total of 569 strikeouts. Sorensen's contributions to his teams were further highlighted by his selection as an All-Star, an accolade he achieved during his playing days, which underscored his talent and the recognition he garnered among his peers.
Sorensen played during a transitional period in baseball, navigating the evolution of pitching strategies and player conditioning that characterized the late 1970s and 1980s. Throughout his career, he demonstrated versatility and resilience, securing six saves in addition to his starting and relief appearances. His journey through the league included stints with multiple teams, where he showcased his skills and left a lasting impression on both fans and teammates alike. As a respected figure in baseball history, Lary Sorensen's legacy continues to resonate with those who appreciate the art of pitching.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93 | 103 | 346 | 235 | 69 | 10 | 6 | 1736.3 | 1960 | 800 | 147 | 402 | 569 | 4.15 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ATL | AL | 7 | 10 | 23 | 20 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 142.3 | 147 | 69 | 36 | 57 | 4.36 | - |
| 1978 | ATL | AL | 18 | 12 | 37 | 36 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 280.7 | 277 | 100 | 50 | 78 | 3.21 | - |
| 1979 | ATL | AL | 15 | 14 | 34 | 34 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 235.3 | 250 | 104 | 42 | 63 | 3.98 | - |
| 1980 | ATL | AL | 12 | 10 | 35 | 29 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 195.7 | 242 | 80 | 45 | 54 | 3.68 | - |
| 1981 | STL | NL | 7 | 7 | 23 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 140.3 | 149 | 51 | 26 | 52 | 3.27 | - |
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 10 | 15 | 32 | 30 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 189.3 | 251 | 118 | 55 | 62 | 5.61 | -2076.8 |
| 1983 | CLE | AL | 12 | 11 | 36 | 34 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 222.7 | 238 | 105 | 65 | 76 | 4.24 | -1914.1 |
| 1984 | OAK | AL | 6 | 13 | 46 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 183.3 | 240 | 100 | 44 | 63 | 4.91 | -2745.3 |
| 1985 | CHC | NL | 3 | 7 | 45 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 82.3 | 86 | 39 | 24 | 34 | 4.26 | - |
| 1987 | WSN | NL | 3 | 4 | 23 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 47.7 | 56 | 25 | 12 | 21 | 4.72 | - |
| 1988 | SFG | NL | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 16.7 | 24 | 9 | 3 | 9 | 4.86 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 346 | 61 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 30 | 0.049 | 0.094 | 0.066 | 0.159 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ATL | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | ATL | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | ATL | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | ATL | AL | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | STL | NL | 23 | 46 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0.065 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | CLE | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | OAK | AL | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | CHC | NL | 45 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | WSN | NL | 23 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | SFG | NL | 12 | 1 | 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 | 346 | 235 | 151 | 263 | 22 | 23 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ML4 | P | 23 | 20 | 15 | 23 | 1 | 4 |
| 1978 | ML4 | P | 37 | 36 | 28 | 44 | 3 | 1 |
| 1979 | ML4 | P | 34 | 34 | 23 | 39 | 6 | 3 |
| 1980 | ML4 | P | 35 | 29 | 18 | 30 | 0 | 5 |
| 1981 | SLN | P | 23 | 23 | 15 | 21 | 2 | 3 |
| 1982 | CLE | P | 32 | 30 | 10 | 28 | 4 | 2 |
| 1983 | CLE | P | 36 | 34 | 20 | 39 | 2 | 1 |
| 1984 | OAK | P | 46 | 21 | 15 | 18 | 1 | 3 |
| 1985 | CHN | P | 45 | 3 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 1 |
| 1987 | MON | P | 23 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | SFN | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 346 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Player of the Week | Week of 1978-06-09 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CHN | NL | $320,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $320,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor | MI | 1974, 1975, 1976 |