Len Whitehouse
Born: 9/10/1957 in Burlington, VT, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-09-01 | Final Game: 1985-06-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Leonard Joseph Whitehouse
Biography
Len Whitehouse was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1981 until 1985. Born in 1957, Whitehouse made his mark during a period characterized by a transition in playing styles, where pitchers were increasingly relied upon for both starting and relief roles. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 9-4, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.67. His ability to strike out batters was evident as he recorded 68 strikeouts and contributed to his teams' efforts by notching 4 saves.
Whitehouse's career spanned a time when the game was evolving, with an emphasis on both power hitting and strategic pitching. While his overall statistics may not place him among the most legendary pitchers of his time, his contributions on the mound were significant for the teams he played for. Whitehouse's journey through the league reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by many players in the 1980s, an era filled with dynamic changes in baseball culture and strategy. His legacy remains as a testament to the grit and determination required to succeed at the highest level of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 4 | 97 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 115.7 | 119 | 60 | 14 | 65 | 68 | 4.67 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | TEX | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 16.20 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | MIN | AL | 7 | 1 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 73.7 | 70 | 34 | 44 | 44 | 4.15 | -1159.6 |
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 2 | 2 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 31.3 | 29 | 11 | 17 | 18 | 3.16 | -687.5 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7.3 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 11.05 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | TEX | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | MIN | AL | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 5 | 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 | 97 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | TEX | P | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | MIN | P | 60 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | MIN | P | 30 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | MIN | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 97 |