Dennis Springer, baseball player, 1995-2002

Dennis Springer

Born: 2/12/1965 in Fresno, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1995-09-13 | Final Game: 2002-05-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Dennis LeRoy Springer

Biography

Dennis Springer, born in 1965, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2002. Known for his unique pitching style and resilience on the mound, Springer made a mark in the game during a transitional era characterized by an offensive explosion and a growing emphasis on specialized pitching roles. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 24-48 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.18. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he accumulated a total of 296 strikeouts throughout his time in the majors. Springer played for several teams, showcasing his versatility as a pitcher in various roles, including starting and relief appearances. His lone career save highlighted his capability to step up in critical situations, despite facing challenges and inconsistencies that often accompany a long career in the competitive landscape of MLB. Retiring in 2002, Springer's contributions to the game reflected not only his statistical achievements but also his dedication to the craft of pitching in an era that demanded adaptability and endurance from players.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
24 48 130 98 9 4 1 655.3 702 377 108 258 296 5.18 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
130 72 2 7 1 0 0 2 0 0 30 0.097 0.096 0.111 0.207 -623.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 130 98 41 77 8 10

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 130

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1999 FLO NL $335,000
1998 TBA AL $245,000
1997 ANA AL $195,000
1996 CAL AL $150,000
1995 PHI NL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $1,034,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Reedley College Reedley CA 1984, 1985
California State University Fresno Fresno CA 1986, 1987