Ed Vande Berg
Born: 10/26/1958 in Redlands, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-04-07 | Final Game: 1988-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Edward John Vande Berg
Biography
Ed Vande Berg was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1982 to 1988. Born in 1958, Vande Berg made a notable impact in Major League Baseball during the mid-1980s, a period characterized by offensive prowess and the emergence of powerful hitters. He finished his career with a record of 25 wins and 28 losses, an earned run average of 3.92, and recorded a total of 314 strikeouts. Additionally, Vande Berg notched 22 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever throughout his time in the league.
Vande Berg's performance earned him recognition as TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year, highlighting his potential as he entered the league. His ability to handle pressure situations and contribute to his team's pitching staff was well-respected among his peers. While his career may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Vande Berg's steady contributions during an era that featured some of baseball's most dynamic offensive talents solidified his place in the annals of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 28 | 413 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 22 | 519.0 | 572 | 226 | 52 | 200 | 314 | 3.92 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 9 | 4 | 78 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 76.0 | 54 | 20 | 32 | 60 | 2.37 | 1018.8 |
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 2 | 4 | 68 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 64.3 | 59 | 24 | 22 | 49 | 3.36 | 579.6 |
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 8 | 12 | 50 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 130.3 | 165 | 69 | 50 | 71 | 4.76 | -2723.4 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | 2 | 1 | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 67.7 | 71 | 28 | 31 | 34 | 3.72 | 46.1 |
| 1986 | LAD | NL | 1 | 5 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 71.3 | 83 | 27 | 33 | 42 | 3.41 | - |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 72.3 | 96 | 41 | 21 | 40 | 5.10 | 73.4 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 2 | 2 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 37.0 | 44 | 17 | 11 | 18 | 4.14 | 319.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 414 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 78 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 68 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 51 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | 76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | LAD | NL | 60 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 26 | 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 | 413 | 17 | 32 | 90 | 9 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SEA | P | 78 | 0 | 5 | 19 | 1 | 3 |
| 1983 | SEA | P | 68 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | SEA | P | 50 | 17 | 3 | 20 | 2 | 0 |
| 1985 | SEA | P | 76 | 0 | 8 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 1986 | LAN | P | 60 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 | CLE | P | 55 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 1988 | TEX | P | 26 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 413 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CLE | AL | $300,000 |
| 1986 | LAN | NL | $455,000 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | $315,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,070,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1979, 1980 |
| San Bernardino Valley College | San Bernardino | CA | 1978 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 4th | 9.0 | 140 | 0 |