Gene Walter, baseball player, 1985-1988

Gene Walter

Born: 11/22/1960 in Chicago, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1985-08-09 | Final Game: 1988-09-30

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Gene Winston Walter

Biography

Gene Walter, born in 1960, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1985 to 1988. Known for his versatility on the mound, Walter played a significant role during a transformative era in Major League Baseball that witnessed a shift toward more specialized pitching roles. Over his four-year career, he compiled a record of 4-7 and maintained a respectable earned run average (ERA) of 3.74, showcasing his ability to limit scoring opportunities for opposing teams. Walter struck out a total of 140 batters and registered 4 saves, demonstrating his effectiveness in high-pressure situations. His contributions to the teams he played for reflected the evolving strategies of the late 1980s, where pitchers were often called upon for specific matchups and late-game scenarios. While his career may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Walter's presence on the mound and his statistical achievements mark him as a notable figure in the landscape of baseball during that period.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
4 7 128 0 0 0 4 182.7 161 76 8 96 140 3.74 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
128 12 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 3 4 0.167 0.333 0.250 0.583 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 128 0 13 26 2 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 128

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1989 SEA AL $120,000
1988 NYN NL $111,600
1986 SDN NL $70,000
Total Career Earnings $301,600

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Eastern Kentucky University Richmond KY 1981, 1982