Mike Burns, baseball player, 2005-2009

Mike Burns

Born: 7/14/1978 in Westminster, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2005-05-13 | Final Game: 2009-09-22

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Michael John Burns

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Biography

Mike Burns, born in 1978, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2005 until 2009. He made a brief but notable impact during his career, primarily serving as a part of the pitching staff for various teams. Burns finished his career with a record of 3-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.82, showcasing both the challenges and triumphs he faced on the mound. Over his time in the league, he recorded a total of 75 strikeouts, contributing to his teams' efforts despite not recording any saves. Burns' career unfolded during a period of transition in baseball, characterized by an evolving approach to pitching and player development. While his tenure in the majors was relatively short, his perseverance and dedication to the game exemplified the spirit of many players striving to make their mark in a competitive environment. His journey through the ranks of professional baseball reflects the challenges faced by athletes navigating the complexities of the sport, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
3 5 60 8 0 0 0 103.7 129 67 18 29 75 5.82 0

Career ERA 5.82 vs. league average 4.38 across their career seasons — 32.8% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
2005 HOU NL 0 0 27 0 0 0 0 31.0 29 17 8 20 4.94 4.29 (-15%) -946.0
2006 CIN NL 0 0 11 0 0 0 0 13.3 30 13 3 9 8.78 4.53 (-94%) -115.3
2006 BOS AL 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 7.7 10 4 1 7 4.70 — 0.0
2009 MIL NL 3 5 15 8 0 0 0 51.7 60 33 17 39 5.75 4.32 (-33%) -1079.5

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
60 13 1 1 0 0 0 2 0 2 7 0.077 0.200 0.077 0.277 0.0

Career AVG .077 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — 71.0% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 40.0% below league average.

Career SLG .077 vs. league average .423 across their career seasons — 81.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.277 vs. league average 0.756 across their career seasons — 63.4% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2005 HOU NL 27 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2006 CIN NL 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2006 BOS AL 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2009 MIL NL 15 13 1 1 0 0 0 2 0 2 7 0.077 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 60 8 11 7 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2005 HOU P 27 0 7 3 0 0
2006 CIN P 11 0 1 2 0 0
2006 BOS P 7 0 1 0 0 1
2009 MIL P 15 8 2 2 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 60

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2006 CIN NL $332,500
Total Career Earnings $332,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
California State University Los Angeles Los Angeles CA 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000