Stan Spencer
Born: 8/7/1969 in Vancouver, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1998-08-27 | Final Game: 2000-06-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Stanley Roger Spencer
Biography
Stan Spencer was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1998 to 2000. Born in 1969, Spencer's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball marked by offensive explosion and the increasing visibility of power pitchers. He made his debut with a determination to make an impact on the mound, showcasing his skills over parts of three seasons.
Throughout his career, Spencer recorded a win-loss record of 3-9 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 5.54. He struck out 107 batters, demonstrating his ability to challenge hitters and keep games competitive despite the struggles reflected in his overall record. Although he did not achieve any saves during his tenure, his contributions as a pitcher were notable in the context of the game during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Spencer's journey through the major leagues reflects the challenges faced by many pitchers trying to establish themselves in an era characterized by both talent and fierce competition.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 9 | 23 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 118.7 | 129 | 73 | 23 | 34 | 107 | 5.54 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | SDP | NL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.7 | 29 | 16 | 4 | 31 | 4.70 | - |
| 1999 | SDP | NL | 0 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.3 | 56 | 39 | 11 | 36 | 9.16 | - |
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 2 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.7 | 44 | 18 | 19 | 40 | 3.26 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 31 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0.161 | 0.188 | 0.226 | 0.413 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | SDP | NL | 6 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | SDP | NL | 9 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 9 | 12 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 23 | 21 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | SDN | P | 6 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | SDN | P | 9 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | P | 8 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 23 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | SDN | NL | $201,000 |
| 1998 | SDN | NL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $371,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1988, 1989, 1990 |