Bill Wertz
Born: 1/15/1967 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-05-22 | Final Game: 1994-05-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: William Charles Wertz
Biography
Bill Wertz was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 1994. Born in 1967, Wertz showcased his talents on the mound during his brief career, primarily as a member of the pitching staff. Over the course of his time in the majors, he compiled a record of 2-3 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.08. With a total of 54 strikeouts, Wertz demonstrated his ability to miss bats, although he did not record any saves during his tenure.
Wertz's career unfolded during an era of significant change in baseball, characterized by evolving pitching styles and offensive strategies. While his time in the spotlight was short, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the competitive spirit of the early 1990s. As a right-handed pitcher, Wertz was known for his solid mechanics and ability to control the game, traits that are often celebrated among pitchers of his generation. Despite the brevity of his career, Wertz remains a part of baseball history, marking his place in the sport's rich tapestry.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 64.0 | 63 | 29 | 5 | 33 | 54 | 4.08 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 2 | 3 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 59.7 | 54 | 24 | 32 | 53 | 3.62 | 347.6 |
| 1994 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10.38 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | CLE | AL | 1 | 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 | 35 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CLE | P | 34 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | CLE | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 35 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CLE | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $109,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University | Columbus | OH | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 |