Lee Tunnell
Born: 10/30/1960 in Tyler, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-04 | Final Game: 1989-06-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Byron Lee Tunnell
Biography
Lee Tunnell, born in 1960, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career spanning from 1982 to 1989. He played in a competitive era marked by significant offensive output, which shaped the landscape of Major League Baseball during the 1980s. Tunnell appeared in a total of 50 games, finishing his career with a win-loss record of 22-28 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.23. Known for his ability to strike out batters, he recorded a total of 280 strikeouts throughout his time in the league, showcasing his talent and effectiveness on the mound.
While Tunnell's career may not have been adorned with accolades, his contributions to his teams were noteworthy, particularly in high-pressure situations. He secured 1 save, indicating his capability to perform in crucial moments. Tunnell's pitching style was characterized by a mix of determination and skill, helping him navigate the challenges of playing against some of baseball's most formidable hitters during a dynamic period in the sport's history. His journey through the majors reflects the perseverance required to succeed at the highest level of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 28 | 132 | 66 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 483.0 | 499 | 227 | 39 | 200 | 280 | 4.23 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 17 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 3.93 | -125.1 |
| 1983 | PIT | NL | 11 | 6 | 35 | 25 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 177.7 | 167 | 72 | 58 | 95 | 3.65 | 350.1 |
| 1984 | PIT | NL | 1 | 7 | 26 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 68.3 | 81 | 40 | 40 | 51 | 5.27 | -627.3 |
| 1985 | PIT | NL | 4 | 10 | 24 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 132.3 | 126 | 59 | 57 | 74 | 4.01 | -230.8 |
| 1987 | STL | NL | 4 | 4 | 32 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 74.3 | 90 | 40 | 34 | 49 | 4.84 | - |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 6.00 | -141.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 133 | 138 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 54 | 0.116 | 0.128 | 0.145 | 0.273 | -582.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | PIT | NL | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | PIT | NL | 35 | 58 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 0.121 | -582.5 |
| 1984 | PIT | NL | 26 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | PIT | NL | 24 | 47 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 0.085 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | STL | NL | 33 | 17 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | WS | SLN | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2.08 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | WS | SLN | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2.08 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 132 | 66 | 33 | 88 | 1 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | PIT | P | 5 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | PIT | P | 35 | 25 | 11 | 35 | 0 | 6 |
| 1984 | PIT | P | 26 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | PIT | P | 24 | 23 | 7 | 23 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | SLN | P | 32 | 9 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 1989 | MIN | P | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 132 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | SLN | NL | $62,500 |
| 1985 | PIT | NL | $130,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $192,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | Waco | TX | 1979, 1980, 1981 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 9th | 1.0 | 120 | 0 |