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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | SFG | NL | 8 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 84.0 | 70 | 33 | 43 | 56 | 3.54 | - |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 6 | 3 | 18 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 122.7 | 124 | 50 | 40 | 95 | 3.67 | - |
| 1996 | SFG | NL | 9 | 14 | 32 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 181.7 | 196 | 109 | 78 | 97 | 5.40 | - |
| 1997 | SFG | NL | 4 | 7 | 18 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 89.0 | 80 | 49 | 59 | 52 | 4.96 | - |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | SFG | NL | 16 | 31 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0.065 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 18 | 46 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 0.152 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | SFG | NL | 32 | 61 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 31 | 0.131 | -668.8 |
| 1997 | SFG | NL | 18 | 26 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0.115 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | SFN | P | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | SFN | P | 18 | 18 | 7 | 19 | 1 | 2 |
| 1996 | SFN | P | 32 | 32 | 14 | 15 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | SFN | P | 18 | 17 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
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 |