Kelly Wunsch, baseball player, 2000-2005

Kelly Wunsch

Born: 7/12/1972 in Houston, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 2000-04-03 | Final Game: 2005-07-07

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 192 lbs

Full name: Kelly Douglas Wunsch

Biography

Kelly Wunsch was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2000 to 2005. Born in 1972, Wunsch made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time characterized by offensive outbursts and the growing influence of analytics on the game. He played primarily as a reliever, showcasing his versatility and resilience on the mound. Over the course of his career, Wunsch compiled a record of 11-6, with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.76. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he recorded 145 strikeouts, demonstrating his effectiveness in high-pressure situations. Wunsch's career also included a notable achievement of securing one save, highlighting his capacity to close out games when called upon. His contributions to the teams he played for were not only statistical but also rooted in his competitive spirit and work ethic. As baseball continued to evolve in the early 2000s, Wunsch's performance reflected the changing dynamics of the game, where pitching strategies became increasingly complex. After retiring in 2005, he left behind a legacy as a reliable pitcher who played a crucial role in his teams' bullpen during a transformative era in baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
11 6 257 0 0 0 1 177.0 136 74 14 97 145 3.76 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
258 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 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
2000 ALDS2 CHA 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
0 1 3 0 0 1.0 2 0 0 0 0.00

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2000 ALDS2 CHA 0 1 3 0 0 1.0 2 0 0 0 0.00

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 257 0 10 25 1 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 258

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2005 LAN NL $550,000
2004 CHA AL $800,000
2003 CHA AL $575,000
2002 CHA AL $285,000
2001 CHA AL $260,000
2000 CHA AL $200,000
Total Career Earnings $2,670,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Texas A&M University College Station TX 1991, 1992, 1993

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2000 Rookie of the Year AL 5th 2.0 140 0