David West, baseball player, 1988-1998

David West

Born: 9/1/1964 in Memphis, TN, USA

Died: 5/14/2022 in Palm City, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1988-09-24 | Final Game: 1998-09-04

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: David Lee West

Biography

David West was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1988 to 1998. Born in 1964, West made his mark in the Major Leagues during a time when the game was evolving with the increasing emphasis on offensive power and the emergence of more specialized pitching roles. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 31 wins and 38 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.66. West was known for his durability on the mound, amassing 437 strikeouts and contributing to his teams both as a starter and in relief, as evidenced by his three career saves. Throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball, West showcased a competitive spirit that resonated well within the game. While he may not have achieved superlative accolades, his contributions were significant during a transitional period in baseball, bridging the gap between the more traditional styles of the past and the modern game. His journey through various teams highlighted the resilience and adaptability required to succeed in the ever-changing landscape of professional baseball. David West's legacy is remembered among fans and players alike as a testament to the dedication and hard work that defines the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
31 38 204 78 2 0 3 569.3 525 295 65 311 437 4.66 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
204 55 3 10 2 0 1 5 0 3 22 0.182 0.224 0.273 0.497 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1993 WS PHI 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1993 NLCS PHI 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1991 WS MIN 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1991 ALCS MIN 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1 0 10 0 0 9.3 13 11 11 9 10.61

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1993 NLCS PHI 0 0 3 0 0 2.7 5 4 2 5 13.50
1993 WS PHI 0 0 3 0 0 1.0 5 3 1 0 27.00
1991 ALCS MIN 1 0 2 0 0 5.7 1 0 4 4 0.00
1991 WS MIN 0 0 2 0 0 0.0 2 4 4 0 0.00

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 204 78 13 50 9 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 204

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1996 PHI NL $500,000
1995 PHI NL $950,000
1994 PHI NL $600,000
1993 PHI NL $315,000
1991 MIN AL $160,000
1990 MIN AL $100,000
1989 NYN NL $68,000
Total Career Earnings $2,693,000