Denny Stark
Born: 10/27/1974 in Hicksville, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-09-15 | Final Game: 2009-06-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Dennis Stark
Biography
Denny Stark, born in 1974, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1999 to 2009. Making his Major League debut with the Colorado Rockies, Stark showcased his talent in a league that was increasingly defined by powerful hitting and offensive prowess. Over his career, he accumulated a record of 15-14, posting an earned run average (ERA) of 5.81 and striking out 127 batters. Notably, Stark did not record any saves, highlighting his role primarily as a starting pitcher and his contributions within the rotation during his tenure.
Stark's playing style was characterized by his strong presence on the mound and his ability to endure the rigors of a demanding schedule. Competing in an era marked by offensive explosion, he faced some of the most formidable hitters in baseball history. Despite the challenges posed by the high-scoring games of the early 2000s, Stark made valuable contributions to his teams, including the Rockies and the Seattle Mariners, demonstrating resilience and determination throughout his career. His journey through Major League Baseball left an indelible mark, reflecting the tenacity required to succeed as a pitcher in a competitive landscape.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 14 | 73 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 265.0 | 303 | 171 | 53 | 133 | 127 | 5.81 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 9.95 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SEA | AL | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.7 | 21 | 15 | 4 | 12 | 9.20 | -825.7 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 11 | 4 | 32 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 128.3 | 108 | 57 | 64 | 64 | 4.00 | -6033.0 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | 3 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 78.7 | 98 | 51 | 33 | 30 | 5.83 | -2448.2 |
| 2004 | COL | NL | 0 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.0 | 53 | 33 | 18 | 10 | 11.42 | -2870.3 |
| 2009 | SEA | AL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 13 | 8 | 10 | 7 | 6.55 | -714.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 71 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 28 | 0.099 | 0.154 | 0.183 | 0.337 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | SEA | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SEA | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 33 | 41 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | 17 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | COL | NL | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | SEA | AL | 9 | 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 | 73 | 42 | 16 | 30 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | SEA | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SEA | P | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | COL | P | 32 | 20 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | COL | P | 17 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | COL | P | 6 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | SEA | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 73 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | COL | NL | $321,000 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | $310,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $631,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Toledo | Toledo | OH | 1994, 1995 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 9th | 1.0 | 160 | 0 |