Mike Cosgrove

Born: 2/17/1951 in Phoenix, AZ, USA

MLB Debut: 1972-09-10 | Final Game: 1976-09-25

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Michael John Cosgrove

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Biography

Mike Cosgrove, born in 1951, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1972 to 1976. Known for his solid pitching technique and competitive spirit, Cosgrove made a notable impact during his career, which spanned parts of five seasons. He finished with a record of 12-11 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.03, showcasing his ability to keep games competitive. Throughout his tenure, he struck out 122 batters and recorded 8 saves, demonstrating his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. Cosgrove's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the evolution of pitching styles and strategies. His contributions on the mound reflected the shifting dynamics of the game during the early to mid-1970s, a period characterized by a mix of established stars and emerging talent. Despite the challenges of the era, including the increasing emphasis on power hitting, Cosgrove's consistent performance left a lasting impression within the teams he played for, marking him as a reliable pitcher of his time.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
12	11	119	20	2	1	8	274.7	271	123	13	145	122	4.03	0

Career ERA 4.03 vs. league average 3.57 across their career seasons — 12.7% 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
1972	HOU	NL	0	1	7	1	0	0	1	13.7	16	7	3	7	4.61	3.26 (-41%)	-230.1
1973	HOU	NL	1	1	13	0	0	0	0	10.0	11	2	8	2	1.80	3.75 (+52%)	-531.0
1974	HOU	NL	7	3	45	0	0	0	2	90.0	76	35	39	47	3.50	3.63 (+4%)	1080.1
1975	HOU	NL	1	2	32	3	1	0	5	71.3	62	24	37	32	3.03	3.71 (+18%)	181.4
1976	HOU	NL	3	4	22	16	1	1	0	89.7	106	55	58	34	5.52	3.51 (-57%)	-2824.9

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
119	56	2	5	1	0	0	1	0	4	14	0.089	0.150	0.107	0.257	0.0

Career AVG .089 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 64.9% below league average.

Career OBP .150 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — 53.4% below league average.

Career SLG .107 vs. league average .367 across their career seasons — 70.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.257 vs. league average 0.689 across their career seasons — 62.7% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	RBI	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS
1972	HOU	NL	7	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—
1973	HOU	NL	13	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
1974	HOU	NL	45	18	1	1	0	0	2	6	0.056	—	—	—	—
1975	HOU	NL	32	13	0	2	1	0	0	1	0.154	—	—	—	—
1976	HOU	NL	22	23	1	2	0	1	2	6	0.087	—	—	—	—