Anthony Telford
Born: 3/6/1966 in San Jose, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-08-19 | Final Game: 2002-07-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Anthony Charles Telford
Biography
Anthony Telford, born in 1966, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1990 to 2002. Telford made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by offensive prowess and evolving pitching styles. With a career record of 22-25 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.17, he contributed to his teams through both starts and relief appearances, showcasing versatility on the mound. Over his career, he accumulated 331 strikeouts and recorded 8 saves, reflecting his ability to handle high-pressure situations.
Telford played for several teams during his tenure in the majors, and his contributions were felt during a time when pitchers often faced the challenge of adapting to increasingly powerful lineups. His playing style was marked by a solid command of his pitches and a competitive spirit, traits that endeared him to fans and coaches alike. Although he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Telford's dedication to the game and his role as a pitcher in the late 20th century left a lasting impact on the teams he represented.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 25 | 333 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 455.3 | 475 | 211 | 48 | 176 | 331 | 4.17 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BAL | AL | 3 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.3 | 43 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 4.95 | -849.8 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.7 | 27 | 12 | 6 | 24 | 4.05 | 481.3 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 11 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 9.82 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | WSN | NL | 4 | 6 | 65 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 89.0 | 77 | 32 | 33 | 61 | 3.24 | - |
| 1998 | WSN | NL | 3 | 6 | 77 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 91.0 | 85 | 39 | 36 | 59 | 3.86 | - |
| 1999 | WSN | NL | 5 | 4 | 79 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 96.0 | 112 | 42 | 38 | 69 | 3.94 | - |
| 2000 | WSN | NL | 5 | 4 | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 78.3 | 76 | 33 | 23 | 68 | 3.79 | - |
| 2001 | WSN | NL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 14 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 10.29 | - |
| 2002 | TEX | AL | 2 | 1 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 23.7 | 30 | 17 | 15 | 19 | 6.46 | -674.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 333 | 23 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.174 | 0.208 | 0.217 | 0.426 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BAL | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | WSN | NL | 65 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | WSN | NL | 77 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | WSN | NL | 79 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | WSN | NL | 64 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | WSN | NL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | TEX | AL | 20 | 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 | 333 | 9 | 38 | 78 | 7 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BAL | P | 8 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | BAL | P | 9 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | BAL | P | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | MON | P | 65 | 0 | 7 | 23 | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 | MON | P | 77 | 0 | 5 | 18 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | MON | P | 79 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 4 | 0 |
| 2000 | MON | P | 64 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | MON | P | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | TEX | P | 20 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 333 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MON | NL | $1,225,000 |
| 2000 | MON | NL | $700,000 |
| 1999 | MON | NL | $320,000 |
| 1998 | MON | NL | $225,000 |
| 1997 | MON | NL | $150,000 |
| 1990 | BAL | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,720,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose State University | San Jose | CA | 1985, 1986, 1987 |