Dave Gumpert

Born: 5/5/1958 in South Haven, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1982-07-25 | Final Game: 1987-05-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: David Lawrence Gumpert

📊 Compare This Player 📈 View Career Timeline

Biography

Dave Gumpert was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1958 who had a notable career from 1982 to 1987. He played in the major leagues during a time marked by significant transitions in the game, particularly as it shifted towards more power-hitting and the increasing importance of specialized relief pitchers. Gumpert's playing style was characterized by his versatility on the mound, allowing him to contribute both as a starter and a reliever throughout his career. Over the course of his time in Major League Baseball, Gumpert compiled a record of 3-2 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.31. He recorded 76 strikeouts and notched 5 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute in high-pressure situations. Though his time in the majors was relatively brief, Gumpert's performances reflected the competitive spirit of the era, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history. His contributions to the teams he played for during the mid-1980s helped to shape the landscape of the game during a pivotal period.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
3	2	86	1	0	0	5	135.7	149	65	9	50	76	4.31	0

Career ERA 4.31 vs. league average 3.98 across their career seasons — 8.4% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1982	DET	AL	0	0	5	1	1	2.0	7	6	2	0	27.00	—	0.0
1983	DET	AL	0	2	26	0	2	44.3	43	13	7	14	2.64	3.87 (+32%)	1098.3
1985	CHC	NL	1	0	9	0	0	10.3	12	4	7	4	3.48	3.89 (+11%)	-
1986	CHC	NL	2	0	38	0	2	59.7	60	29	28	45	4.37	3.97 (-10%)	-
1987	KCR	AL	0	0	8	0	0	19.3	27	13	6	13	6.05	4.29 (-41%)	-

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
86	6	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	5	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .396 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.722 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS
1982	DET	AL	5	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
1983	DET	AL	26	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
1985	CHC	NL	9	1	1	0.000	—	—	—	—
1986	CHC	NL	38	5	4	0.000	—	—	—	—
1987	KCR	AL	8	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—