Mike Strahler
Born: 3/14/1947 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 7/14/2016 in Alamogordo, NM, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-09-12 | Final Game: 1973-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Michael Wayne Strahler
Biography
Mike Strahler, born in 1947, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1970 to 1973. Known for his precise pitching and competitive spirit, Strahler made a mark in the Major Leagues during the early 1970s, a period characterized by a transition in baseball, as teams began to embrace more specialized roles for pitchers. Strahler's career record stood at 6-8, with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.57, reflecting his ability to keep runs at bay during his time on the mound.
Throughout his career, Strahler accumulated a total of 80 strikeouts and recorded 1 save. His contributions on the field were significant for teams that sought reliable pitching options in a changing game. Although his career was relatively brief, Strahler's performances were indicative of the evolving strategies in baseball during the early 1970s, as teams increasingly valued pitchers who could adapt to a variety of game situations. His legacy remains a testament to the era's emphasis on developing pitching talent within the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 8 | 53 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 158.7 | 149 | 63 | 14 | 79 | 80 | 3.57 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | LAD | NL | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 18.7 | 13 | 3 | 10 | 11 | 1.45 | - |
| 1971 | LAD | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 2.84 | - |
| 1972 | LAD | NL | 1 | 2 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 47.0 | 42 | 17 | 22 | 25 | 3.26 | - |
| 1973 | DET | AL | 4 | 5 | 22 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 80.3 | 84 | 39 | 39 | 37 | 4.37 | -1071.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53 | 20 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0.200 | 0.304 | 0.200 | 0.504 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | LAD | NL | 6 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | LAD | NL | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | LAD | NL | 19 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | DET | AL | 22 | 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 | 53 | 13 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | LAN | P | 6 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | LAN | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | LAN | P | 19 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1973 | DET | P | 22 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 53 |