Don Welchel
Born: 2/3/1957 in Atlanta, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-15 | Final Game: 1983-05-31
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Donald Ray Welchel
Biography
Don Welchel was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1957, who played in Major League Baseball from 1982 to 1983. His career, though brief, saw him take the mound in a total of 22 games, where he recorded a win-loss record of 1-2. Welchel's earned run average (ERA) stood at 5.81, and he struck out 19 batters during his time in the league, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite the challenges he faced on the mound.
Welchel's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the beginning of the modern offensive era. As a pitcher, he demonstrated resilience and determination, though he was unable to secure a save throughout his career. Despite the limited duration of his time in the majors, Welchel remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players who contributed to the game during the early 1980s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31.0 | 39 | 20 | 1 | 12 | 19 | 5.81 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | BAL | AL | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 8.31 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | BAL | AL | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.7 | 33 | 16 | 10 | 16 | 5.40 | 472.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | BAL | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | BAL | AL | 11 | 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 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | BAL | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | BAL | P | 11 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 13 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | Huntsville | TX | 1976, 1977, 1978 |