Tyler Walker, baseball player, 2002-2010

Tyler Walker

Born: 5/15/1976 in San Francisco, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2002-07-02 | Final Game: 2010-06-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 260 lbs

Full name: Tyler Lanier Walker

Biography

Tyler Walker, born in 1976, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career spanning from 2002 to 2010. He was known for his versatility on the mound, contributing both as a starter and a reliever throughout his time in Major League Baseball. Walker finished his career with a record of 23-18, an earned run average (ERA) of 4.23, and recorded 243 strikeouts. His ability to close games was highlighted by his 34 saves, showcasing his effectiveness in high-pressure situations. Playing during a period marked by the increasing prominence of relief pitchers and the evolution of the game into a more offense-driven spectacle, Walker represented a reliable option for his teams. His career unfolded in an era where pitchers faced challenges from increasingly powerful lineups, yet he managed to carve out a niche with his solid performances. Walker's contributions to the game were not just in statistics but also in his role as a competitive and dependable player on the mound.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
23 18 286 1 0 0 34 299.7 300 141 37 110 243 4.23 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
286 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 0.000 0.077 0.000 0.077 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 286 1 14 29 3 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 286

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2010 WAS NL $650,000
2008 SFN NL $750,000
2006 SFN NL $387,000
2005 SFN NL $326,000
Total Career Earnings $2,113,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of California - Berkeley Berkeley CA 1995, 1996, 1997