Tom Tellmann
Born: 3/29/1954 in Warren, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-06-09 | Final Game: 1985-06-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Thomas John Tellmann
Biography
Tom Tellmann, born in 1954, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1979 until his retirement in 1985. Over the course of his career, he established himself as a reliable arm on the mound, finishing with a record of 18-7 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.05. His ability to effectively manage games was highlighted by his 94 strikeouts and 13 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever.
Tellmann played during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the rise of power hitters and increased offensive production. Despite these challenges, he maintained a competitive edge with his skillful pitching and strategic approach. His contributions to the teams he played for were significant, and he remains a respected figure for his performances during his time in the league.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 7 | 112 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 13 | 227.0 | 240 | 77 | 17 | 83 | 94 | 3.05 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 16.88 | - |
| 1980 | SDP | NL | 3 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 22.3 | 23 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 1.61 | - |
| 1983 | ATL | AL | 9 | 4 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 99.7 | 95 | 31 | 35 | 48 | 2.80 | - |
| 1984 | ATL | AL | 6 | 3 | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 81.0 | 82 | 25 | 31 | 28 | 2.78 | - |
| 1985 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.3 | 33 | 12 | 9 | 8 | 5.06 | -683.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 112 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | SDP | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | SDP | NL | 6 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | ATL | AL | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | ATL | AL | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | OAK | AL | 11 | 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 | 112 | 2 | 15 | 50 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | SDN | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | SDN | P | 6 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | ML4 | P | 44 | 0 | 9 | 26 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | ML4 | P | 50 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | OAK | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 112 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | OAK | AL | $207,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $207,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon University | Phoenix | AZ | 1976 |
| University of Nevada-Las Vegas | Las Vegas | NV | 1975 |