Mike Walker
Born: 10/4/1966 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-09-09 | Final Game: 1996-07-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Michael Charles Walker
Biography
Mike Walker, born in 1966, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1988 until his retirement in 1996. He made his Major League debut on September 9, 1988, and played until July 11, 1996. Throughout his time in the league, Walker showcased his abilities on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 3-11 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.09. He struck out 76 batters and recorded 2 saves, demonstrating moments of effectiveness despite the challenges he faced during his playing years.
Walker’s career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by significant changes in player conditioning, strategy, and hitting approaches. While he did not achieve the level of stardom that some of his contemporaries enjoyed, Walker contributed to the teams he played for with his pitching skills and competitive spirit. His journey through the league is a testament to the dedication required to navigate the ups and downs of a professional baseball career, highlighting the perseverance of athletes striving to leave their mark in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 11 | 88 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 161.0 | 181 | 91 | 18 | 95 | 76 | 5.09 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CLE | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 8 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 7.27 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 2 | 6 | 18 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 75.7 | 82 | 41 | 42 | 34 | 4.88 | -1887.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2.08 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | CHC | NL | 1 | 3 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 44.7 | 45 | 16 | 24 | 20 | 3.22 | - |
| 1996 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 27.7 | 40 | 26 | 17 | 13 | 8.46 | -2971.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | 3 | 0 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CLE | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | CHC | NL | 42 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | 20 | 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 | 88 | 11 | 11 | 21 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CLE | P | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CLE | P | 18 | 10 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | CLE | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | CHN | P | 42 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | DET | P | 20 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 88 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHN | NL | $125,000 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $225,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seminole Community College | Sanford | FL | 1985, 1986 |