Sandy Wihtol
Born: 6/1/1955 in Palo Alto, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-09-07 | Final Game: 1982-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Alexander Ames Wihtol
Biography
Sandy Wihtol was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1955, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career from 1979 to 1982. Known for his skillful pitching and competitive spirit, Wihtol played in an era characterized by the transition from the dominant pitching styles of the late 1970s to the more offense-oriented play of the early 1980s. His career record stood at 1-0, reflecting the limited opportunities he had to showcase his talents at the major league level.
Over his career, Wihtol recorded an earned run average (ERA) of 3.75, demonstrating his capability to keep opposing teams at bay. He accumulated a total of 34 strikeouts and secured 1 save, highlighting his effectiveness in crucial situations. While his time in the majors was short-lived, Wihtol's contributions to the teams he played for left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike, solidifying his place in the history of baseball during a transformative period in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 57.7 | 54 | 24 | 3 | 24 | 34 | 3.75 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 3.38 | 414.5 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 35.3 | 35 | 14 | 14 | 20 | 3.57 | 113.2 |
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 4.63 | -191.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 6 | 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 | 28 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CLE | P | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CLE | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CLE | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 28 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeAnza College | Cupertino | CA | 1974 |