Mike Stanton
Born: 9/25/1952 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-07-09 | Final Game: 1985-08-08
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Michael Thomas Stanton
Biography
Mike Stanton, born in 1952, was a professional baseball pitcher who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 1975 until 1985. Known for his powerful left arm and effective pitching style, Stanton finished his career with a record of 13-22 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.61. Over the course of his time in the league, he recorded 304 strikeouts and amassed 31 saves, showcasing his ability to both start games and close them out effectively.
Stanton played during a transformative era in baseball, navigating the transition from the more traditional styles of play to the increasing emphasis on power pitching and specialization in relief roles. His versatility on the mound allowed him to adapt to the evolving strategies of the game, making him a valuable asset to his teams. Although his win-loss record may not fully reflect his contributions, Stanton's ability to strike out batters and secure saves highlighted his potential as a pitcher during his tenure in the league. His career remains a testament to the dedication and talent required to succeed in a highly competitive environment.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 22 | 277 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 384.3 | 398 | 197 | 27 | 182 | 304 | 4.61 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | HOU | NL | 0 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 17.3 | 20 | 14 | 20 | 16 | 7.27 | -540.0 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 1 | 3 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 85.7 | 98 | 52 | 44 | 74 | 5.46 | 898.8 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 3 | 3 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 43.3 | 43 | 21 | 18 | 34 | 4.36 | 116.2 |
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 2 | 4 | 56 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 71.3 | 70 | 33 | 21 | 49 | 4.16 | 1313.3 |
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 2 | 3 | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 65.0 | 65 | 24 | 28 | 47 | 3.32 | 1029.2 |
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 4 | 4 | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 61.0 | 55 | 24 | 22 | 55 | 3.54 | 1584.9 |
| 1985 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 12 | 9.26 | - |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | 1 | 2 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 29.0 | 32 | 17 | 21 | 17 | 5.28 | -1381.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 277 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | HOU | NL | 7 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 56 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | CHW | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | 24 | 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 | 277 | 3 | 28 | 52 | 4 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | HOU | P | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CLE | P | 51 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 2 |
| 1981 | CLE | P | 24 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | SEA | P | 56 | 1 | 10 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
| 1983 | SEA | P | 50 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | SEA | P | 54 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | CHA | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | SEA | P | 24 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 277 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade College - Kendall Campus | Miami | FL | 1972, 1973 |