Greg Thayer

Greg Thayer, born in 1949, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, spanning from April 7, 1978, to June 26, 1978. Thayer played during a transitional period in baseball, where the game was evolving with the emergence of more specialized roles for pitchers. Over the course of his career, he achieved a record of 1-1, demonstrating his ability to compete at the highest level despite limited opportunities. Thayer finished his time in the majors with a 3.8 earned run average (ERA) and recorded a total of 30 strikeouts, showcasing his capacity to secure outs through effective pitching. Though he did not register any saves, his contributions on the mound were significant during his tenure. Thayer’s career, while brief, reflects the dedication and hard work required to reach the pinnacle of professional baseball, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history.