William VanLandingham, baseball player, 1994-1997

William VanLandingham

Born: 7/16/1970 in Columbia, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 1994-05-21 | Final Game: 1997-07-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: William Joseph VanLandingham

Biography

William VanLandingham was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1994 to 1997. Born in 1970, VanLandingham made his debut during an era characterized by an offensive surge in the sport, as the game was beginning to witness the tail end of the deadball era's influence. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 27-26 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.54, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level despite the challenges posed by powerful lineups. Throughout his career, VanLandingham recorded a total of 300 strikeouts, establishing himself as a capable strikeout pitcher. Despite not recording any saves, his role as a starting pitcher was vital to the teams he played for, contributing to their pitching rotation with consistency. Known for his competitive spirit and determination on the mound, VanLandingham’s impact extended beyond his statistics, as he represented the resilience and dedication that defined many players of his generation. His time in the majors, though relatively brief, left a mark in the baseball community, and he remains a notable figure in the history of the game.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
27 26 84 81 1 0 0 477.3 470 241 46 220 300 4.54 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
84 164 6 20 4 0 1 6 0 3 85 0.122 0.137 0.165 0.302 -668.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 84 81 31 47 3 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 84

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1997 SFN NL $295,000
1996 SFN NL $200,000
1995 SFN NL $142,500
1994 SFN NL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $746,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Kentucky Lexington KY 1989, 1990, 1991

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1994 Rookie of the Year NL 7th 9.0 140 0