Bob Tewksbury, baseball player, 1986-1998

Bob Tewksbury

Born: 11/30/1960 in Concord, NH, USA

MLB Debut: 1986-04-11 | Final Game: 1998-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Robert Alan Tewksbury

Biography

Bob Tewksbury was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1986 to 1998. Born in 1960, Tewksbury established himself as a reliable starter and a key figure on the mound during an era characterized by a mix of power hitters and emerging pitching talent. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 110-102 and maintained a respectable earned run average (ERA) of 3.92. His ability to control games and limit runs made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, particularly during his prime years in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Tewksbury's career was highlighted by his selection as an All-Star, showcasing his recognition among peers and fans alike. He struck out a total of 812 batters throughout his career and recorded one save, reflecting his versatility as a pitcher who could both start games and step in when needed. Known for his cerebral approach to pitching, Tewksbury was adept at mixing pitches and maintaining composure under pressure, which allowed him to enjoy a successful career in a highly competitive era of baseball. After retiring, he transitioned into coaching and baseball analysis, further contributing to the game he loved.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
110 102 302 277 31 7 1 1807.0 2043 787 142 292 812 3.92 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
304 380 20 50 7 0 0 19 0 21 148 0.132 0.177 0.150 0.327 -3018.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 302 278 138 344 10 28

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 303

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1994 Pitcher of the Month April

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1998 MIN AL $1,750,000
1997 MIN AL $2,000,000
1997 SDN NL $125,000
1996 SDN NL $1,500,000
1995 TEX AL $1,500,000
1994 SLN NL $3,500,000
1993 SLN NL $2,625,000
1992 SLN NL $825,000
1991 SLN NL $160,000
1990 SLN NL $100,000
1987 NYA AL $85,000
Total Career Earnings $14,170,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
St. Leo College St. Leo FL 1980, 1981

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1992 Cy Young Award NL 3rd 22.0 120 0