Steve Comer, baseball player, 1978-1984

Steve Comer

Born: 1/13/1954 in Minneapolis, MN, USA

MLB Debut: 1978-04-15 | Final Game: 1984-09-15

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Steven Michael Comer

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Biography

Steve Comer was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1978 to 1984. Born in 1954, he made his debut in an era characterized by significant changes in the game, transitioning from the tail end of the deadball era into a period that began to embrace more offensive play. Throughout his career, Comer exhibited versatility on the mound, finishing with a record of 44-37 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.13. His ability to strike out batters was a notable aspect of his game, culminating in a total of 245 strikeouts over his career. In addition to his strikeout prowess, Comer contributed to his teams with 13 saves, showcasing his capability as a reliable option in high-leverage situations. His playing style combined a solid understanding of pitching mechanics with a competitive edge, allowing him to navigate the challenges of facing some of the best hitters of his time. Comer's contributions to the game, though perhaps not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, reflect the evolving nature of pitching strategies during the late 20th century in Major League Baseball. He retired on September 15, 1984, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated player who contributed to 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
44 37 176 83 11 3 13 701.7 762 322 57 252 245 4.13 0

Career ERA 4.13 vs. league average 3.82 across their career seasons — 8.1% 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
1978 TEX AL 11 5 30 11 3 2 1 117.3 107 30 37 65 2.30 3.69 (+38%) 2056.4
1979 TEX AL 17 12 36 36 6 1 0 242.3 230 99 84 86 3.68 4.00 (+8%) -2841.8
1980 TEX AL 2 4 12 11 0 0 0 41.7 65 37 22 9 7.99 3.84 (-108%) -1855.9
1981 TEX AL 8 2 36 1 0 0 6 77.3 70 22 31 22 2.56 3.58 (+29%) 280.4
1982 TEX AL 1 6 37 3 1 0 6 97.0 133 55 36 23 5.10 3.86 (-32%) -2544.9
1983 PHI NL 1 0 3 1 0 0 0 8.7 11 5 3 1 5.19 — 0.0
1984 CLE AL 4 8 22 20 1 0 0 117.3 146 74 39 39 5.68 3.81 (-49%) -1834.4

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
176 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .386 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.711 across their career seasons — 100.0% 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
1978 TEX AL 30 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1979 TEX AL 36 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1980 TEX AL 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1981 TEX AL 36 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1982 TEX AL 37 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1983 PHI NL 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1984 CLE AL 22 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 176 83 50 116 9 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1978 TEX P 30 11 8 20 1 0
1979 TEX P 36 36 19 38 4 0
1980 TEX P 12 11 6 5 1 1
1981 TEX P 36 1 5 18 1 2
1982 TEX P 37 3 3 15 1 1
1983 PHI P 3 1 2 0 0 0
1984 CLE P 22 20 7 20 1 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 176

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Minnesota Minneapolis MN 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976