Ken Crosby

Born: 12/15/1947 in New Denver, BC, CAN

MLB Debut: 1975-08-05 | Final Game: 1976-05-08

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 179 lbs

Full name: Kenneth Stewart Crosby

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Biography

Ken Crosby, born in 1947, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball for a brief period from 1975 to 1976. Known for his right-handed pitching style, Crosby made a modest mark in the league with a career record of 1-0 and an earned run average (ERA) of 8.41. Throughout his professional career, he recorded a total of 11 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to handle batters during his appearances on the mound. Despite not securing any saves, his determination and competitive spirit reflected the resilience of many players in the mid-1970s, a time when the game was transitioning into a new era characterized by increased power hitting and evolving pitching strategies. Crosby’s career, although brief, occurred during a significant period in baseball history, following the consolidation of the expansion era that had introduced new teams and talent into the league. His presence in the majors, albeit for just over a year, contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball during a time when many players were vying to leave their mark in the wake of legendary figures. Ken Crosby's journey in baseball, though not extensively documented, serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who have contributed to the game, each with their unique story and experience.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
1	0	16	1	0	0	0	20.3	30	19	3	15	11	8.41	0

Career ERA 8.41 vs. league average 3.61 across their career seasons — 132.8% 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
1975	CHC	NL	1	0	9	0	0	0	0	8.3	10	3	7	6	3.24	—	-
1976	CHC	NL	0	0	7	1	0	0	0	12.0	20	16	8	5	12.00	3.51 (-241%)	-

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
16	2	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.500	0.667	0.500	1.167	0.0

Career AVG .500 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — +94.9% above league average.

Career OBP .667 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — +105.9% above league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .367 across their career seasons — +36.1% above league average.

Career OPS 1.167 vs. league average 0.691 across their career seasons — +68.8% above 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
1975	CHC	NL	9	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1976	CHC	NL	7	2	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.500	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	16	1	1	5	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1975	CHN	P	9	0	0	3	0	0
1976	CHN	P	7	1	1	2	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	16

College History

School Name	City	State	Years Attended
Brigham Young University	Provo	UT	1967, 1968, 1969