Bryan Ward
Born: 1/28/1972 in Bristol, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1998-07-03 | Final Game: 2000-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Bryan Matthew Ward
Biography
Bryan Ward was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1998 to 2000. Born in 1972, he made his debut during a period marked by offensive explosiveness in the game, transitioning away from the pitching-dominated eras of the past. Over his career, Ward accumulated a win-loss record of 1-3 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 5.09. He recorded a total of 66 strikeouts and achieved 1 save, showcasing his role as a valuable asset in the bullpen during his time on the mound.
Ward's career spanned a time when pitchers were increasingly challenged by the power-hitting prowess of players, making his contributions noteworthy despite the modest statistical output. His ability to strike out batters reflected his potential as a pitcher, even as he navigated the complexities of a competitive league. While his time in the majors was brief, Bryan Ward left his mark in the baseball community as a testament to the perseverance required to compete at the highest level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 95 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 93.7 | 115 | 53 | 17 | 28 | 66 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 27.0 | 30 | 10 | 7 | 17 | 3.33 | - |
| 1999 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.3 | 63 | 33 | 11 | 35 | 7.55 | - |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 5.62 | - |
| 2000 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 14 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 2.33 | 90.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 1.000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CHW | AL | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | CHW | AL | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | PHI | NL | 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 | 95 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CHA | P | 28 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | CHA | P | 40 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | ANA | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | PHI | P | 20 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 95 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | CHA | AL | $215,000 |
| 1998 | CHA | AL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $385,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| County College of Morris | Randolph | NJ | 1991, 1992 |
| University of South Carolina Aiken | Aiken | SC | 1993 |