Dave Telgheder
Born: 11/11/1966 in Middletown, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-06-12 | Final Game: 1998-06-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 212 lbs
Full name: David William Telgheder
Biography
Dave Telgheder, born in 1966, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 until his retirement in 1998. He made his debut on June 12, 1993, and concluded his career on June 2, 1998. Over the course of his time in the league, Telgheder accumulated a record of 15 wins and 19 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.23. He recorded a total of 158 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats, although he did not register any saves during his career.
Telgheder's playing style was characterized by a mix of determination and competitive spirit, which allowed him to carve out a niche as a reliable option for his teams. While he played primarily in an era marked by offensive explosions and heightened slugging percentages, his contributions on the mound reflected the challenges faced by pitchers during the late 1990s. He remained a part of the game through his dedication and resilience, leaving a lasting impression as a player who navigated the ups and downs of a challenging pitching landscape.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 19 | 81 | 46 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 311.7 | 372 | 181 | 47 | 103 | 158 | 5.23 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NYN | NL | 6 | 2 | 24 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 75.7 | 82 | 40 | 21 | 35 | 4.76 | -1117.9 |
| 1994 | NYN | NL | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 11 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 7.20 | -706.3 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | 1 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.7 | 34 | 16 | 7 | 16 | 5.61 | -161.0 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 4 | 7 | 16 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 79.3 | 92 | 41 | 26 | 43 | 4.65 | -935.3 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 4 | 6 | 20 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 101.0 | 134 | 68 | 35 | 55 | 6.06 | -1702.0 |
| 1998 | OAK | AL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 | 19 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 3.60 | -1007.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | 23 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0.130 | 0.167 | 0.174 | 0.341 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NYN | NL | 24 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | NYN | NL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | 7 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | OAK | AL | 8 | 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 | 81 | 46 | 18 | 55 | 1 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NYN | P | 24 | 7 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | NYN | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | NYN | P | 7 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | OAK | P | 16 | 14 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | OAK | P | 20 | 19 | 9 | 24 | 0 | 4 |
| 1998 | OAK | P | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 81 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | OAK | AL | $200,000 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | $165,000 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | $147,500 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | $135,000 |
| 1994 | NYN | NL | $135,000 |
| 1993 | NYN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $891,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts Amherst | Amherst | MA | 1987, 1988, 1989 |