Mike Trombley
Born: 4/14/1967 in Springfield, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-08-19 | Final Game: 2002-05-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Michael Scott Trombley
Biography
Mike Trombley, born in 1967, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1992 to 2002. Known for his versatility on the mound, Trombley played a significant role during a transitional era in baseball, which was characterized by the emergence of power hitters and the evolving strategies of pitching. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 37-47 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.48. His ability to strike out batters was evident as he accumulated 672 strikeouts, complemented by his effectiveness in closing games, which earned him a total of 44 saves.
Trombley's playing style was characterized by his competitiveness and ability to handle high-pressure situations, making him a valuable asset in the bullpen. His contributions were felt across several teams, as he adapted to various roles throughout his career. Although his time in the limelight was shorter than some of his contemporaries, Trombley's impact on his teams and his resilience on the mound left a lasting impression within the baseball community. After his retirement, he remained a part of the sportโs rich history, remembered for his contributions during an exciting era in the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 47 | 509 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 44 | 795.7 | 800 | 396 | 114 | 319 | 672 | 4.48 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | MIN | AL | 3 | 2 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 46.3 | 43 | 17 | 17 | 38 | 3.30 | 40.1 |
| 1993 | MIN | AL | 6 | 6 | 44 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 114.3 | 131 | 62 | 41 | 85 | 4.88 | -500.0 |
| 1994 | MIN | AL | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48.3 | 56 | 34 | 18 | 32 | 6.33 | -1572.2 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 4 | 8 | 20 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 97.7 | 107 | 61 | 42 | 68 | 5.62 | -2585.0 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 5 | 1 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 68.7 | 61 | 23 | 25 | 57 | 3.01 | 2455.1 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 2 | 3 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 82.3 | 77 | 40 | 31 | 74 | 4.37 | 1612.0 |
| 1998 | MIN | AL | 6 | 5 | 77 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 96.7 | 90 | 39 | 41 | 89 | 3.63 | -1097.9 |
| 1999 | MIN | AL | 2 | 8 | 75 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 87.3 | 93 | 42 | 28 | 82 | 4.33 | 420.1 |
| 2000 | BAL | AL | 4 | 5 | 75 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 72.0 | 67 | 33 | 38 | 72 | 4.12 | -1503.3 |
| 2001 | BAL | AL | 3 | 4 | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 54.7 | 38 | 21 | 27 | 45 | 3.46 | 652.4 |
| 2001 | LAD | NL | 0 | 4 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23.3 | 27 | 17 | 10 | 27 | 6.56 | - |
| 2002 | MIN | AL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 15.75 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 509 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | MIN | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | MIN | AL | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | MIN | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 67 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | MIN | AL | 77 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | MIN | AL | 75 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | BAL | AL | 75 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | BAL | AL | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | LAD | NL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | MIN | AL | 5 | 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 | 509 | 36 | 54 | 85 | 2 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | MIN | P | 10 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | MIN | P | 44 | 10 | 6 | 19 | 0 | 2 |
| 1994 | MIN | P | 24 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | MIN | P | 20 | 18 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| 1996 | MIN | P | 43 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | MIN | P | 67 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 1998 | MIN | P | 77 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | MIN | P | 75 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | BAL | P | 75 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | BAL | P | 50 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | LAN | P | 19 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MIN | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 509 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | BAL | AL | $2,333,333 |
| 2000 | BAL | AL | $2,250,000 |
| 1999 | MIN | AL | $1,500,000 |
| 1998 | MIN | AL | $425,000 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | $375,000 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | $162,500 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | $140,000 |
| 1994 | MIN | AL | $175,000 |
| 1993 | MIN | AL | $124,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $7,484,833 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham | NC | 1987, 1988, 1989 |