Tim Van Egmond
Born: 5/31/1969 in Shreveport, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1994-06-26 | Final Game: 1996-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Timothy Layne Van Egmond
Biography
Tim Van Egmond was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1969, whose Major League career spanned from 1994 to 1996. He made his debut during a time when the game was experiencing significant changes, including the rise of the home run and the increasing emphasis on relief pitching. Van Egmond played for a brief period in the league, appearing in a total of 14 games and finishing with a career record of 5-9. His earned run average (ERA) was 5.96, and he recorded 60 strikeouts over the course of his career, although he did not register any saves.
Van Egmond's playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit and a determination to contribute to his team's success, even as he navigated the challenges of being a pitcher in a high-pressure environment. While his statistics may not reflect the dominating presence of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for during his tenure in the league were marked by resilience. After retiring from professional play on September 25, 1996, Van Egmond’s time in Major League Baseball remains a testament to the journey of many players who seek to make their mark in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 9 | 23 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 99.7 | 105 | 66 | 15 | 50 | 60 | 5.96 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | BOS | AL | 2 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 38.3 | 38 | 27 | 21 | 22 | 6.34 | -1438.2 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 9.45 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 3 | 5 | 12 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 54.7 | 58 | 32 | 23 | 33 | 5.27 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | BOS | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 12 | 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 | 23 | 17 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | BOS | P | 7 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | P | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | ML4 | P | 12 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 23 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | ML4 | AL | $115,000 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | $115,000 |
| 1994 | BOS | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $339,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Union State Community College | Wadley | AL | 1988, 1989 |
| Jacksonville State University | Jacksonville | AL | 1990, 1991 |