Ed Wojna, baseball player, 1985-1989

Ed Wojna

Born: 8/20/1960 in Bridgeport, CT, USA

MLB Debut: 1985-06-16 | Final Game: 1989-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Edward David Wojna

Biography

Ed Wojna, born in 1960, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1989. Throughout his career, Wojna played for several teams, showcasing his skills primarily as a right-handed pitcher. He finished his MLB tenure with a record of 4-10 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.62, striking out a total of 60 batters. Despite not recording any saves, Wojna's contributions on the mound during his playing years were significant, as he navigated a competitive era in baseball characterized by the rise of power hitting and the evolution of pitching strategies. Wojna's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, bridging the gap between the traditional pitching styles of the past and the more specialized roles that emerged in the 1990s. His journey in the majors reflected the challenges faced by many pitchers of his time, as they adapted to the increasing emphasis on strikeouts and the deepening of bullpens. While his career numbers may not reflect the accolades of some of his contemporaries, Wojna's perseverance and commitment to the game left a lasting impression on those who followed his career.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
4 10 36 20 1 0 0 132.3 151 68 10 55 60 4.62 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
36 31 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 0.129 0.129 0.129 0.258 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 36 20 12 25 5 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 36

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1989 CLE AL $77,500
1986 SDN NL $65,000
Total Career Earnings $142,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Indian River Community College Fort Pierce FL 1980