Matt Turner
Born: 2/18/1967 in Lexington, KY, USA
Died: 1/27/2019 in Lexington, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-04-23 | Final Game: 1994-04-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: William Matthew Turner
Biography
Matt Turner, born in 1967, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 1994. Known for his effective delivery and composure on the mound, Turner finished his career with a record of 5-5 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.79. Over the course of his brief tenure in the league, he recorded 64 strikeouts and added a single save, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief situations.
Turner's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the increasing emphasis on offensive production that would soon dominate the late 1990s. Despite the challenges of a competitive era, Turner's performance reflected the skills and determination that characterized many pitchers of his time. His solid ERA and ability to limit runs underscored his value to the teams he played for, as he navigated the highs and lows of professional baseball. While his time in the majors was short, Turner's legacy remained as a testament to the dedication and talent required to compete at the highest level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 80.7 | 68 | 25 | 7 | 33 | 64 | 2.79 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | MIA | NL | 4 | 5 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 68.0 | 55 | 22 | 26 | 59 | 2.91 | - |
| 1994 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12.7 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 2.13 | -63.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | MIA | NL | 55 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | CLE | AL | 9 | 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 | 64 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | FLO | P | 55 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | CLE | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 64 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | CLE | AL | $139,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $139,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Georgia College | Cochran | GA | 1986 |