Gene Harris, baseball player, 1989-1995

Gene Harris

Born: 12/5/1964 in Sebring, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1989-04-05 | Final Game: 1995-06-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Tyrone Eugene Harris

Biography

Gene Harris was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1989 to 1995. Born in 1964, Harris made his Major League debut during a time when the game was experiencing a shift towards more offensive play, yet he carved out a niche as a reliable arm on the mound. Over his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 12-18 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.71, showcasing his ability to compete in a challenging environment. Harris's tenure in the majors was marked by his versatility and resilience as he contributed not only as a starter but also from the bullpen, accumulating 26 saves throughout his career. With a total of 170 strikeouts, he demonstrated the capacity to miss bats and keep hitters off balance. His contributions to the teams he played for reflected a commitment to the game and an understanding of the intricacies of pitching during a highly competitive era in baseball. Harris's legacy is one of determination and adaptability, traits that resonated with fans and teammates alike during his time in the league.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
12 18 183 7 0 0 26 241.0 246 126 21 138 170 4.71 0

Career ERA 4.71 vs. league average 4.04 across their career seasons — 16.6% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
185 6 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.167 0.167 0.167 0.333 0.0

Career AVG .167 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 36.0% below league average.

Career OBP .167 vs. league average .328 across their career seasons — 49.2% below league average.

Career SLG .167 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — 57.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.333 vs. league average 0.722 across their career seasons — 53.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 183 7 17 38 3 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 183

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1995 BAL AL $450,557
1994 SDN NL $750,000
1993 SDN NL $155,000
1992 SEA AL $130,000
1991 SEA AL $132,500
1990 SEA AL $108,000
1989 MON NL $68,000
Total Career Earnings $1,794,057

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Tulane University New Orleans LA 1986