Craig McMurtry

Born: 11/5/1959 in Temple, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-04-10 | Final Game: 1995-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Joe Craig McMurtry

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Biography

Craig McMurtry, born in 1959, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1983 to 1995. He made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was evolving, transitioning from the traditional styles of play of the past to a more dynamic and competitive era. McMurtry was known for his solid pitching skills, finishing his career with a record of 28 wins and 42 losses, an earned run average (ERA) of 4.08, and accumulating 349 strikeouts. He also recorded 4 saves throughout his time in the league, showcasing his versatility as a pitcher. McMurtry's career was highlighted by his recognition as the TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year, an accolade that underscored his potential and impact upon entering the league. While he may not have amassed overwhelming statistics, his contributions on the mound were significant during a period when pitchers were adapting to hitters who were increasingly skilled due to advancements in training and preparation. His journey in baseball reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by many players of his era, making him a notable figure in the history of the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
28	42	212	79	6	3	4	667.7	650	303	54	336	349	4.08	0

Career ERA 4.08 vs. league average 3.91 across their career seasons — near 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
1983	ATL	NL	15	9	36	35	6	3	0	224.7	204	77	88	105	3.08	3.87 (+20%)	654.5
1984	ATL	NL	9	17	37	30	0	0	0	183.3	184	88	102	99	4.32	3.81 (-13%)	-3316.1
1985	ATL	NL	0	3	17	6	0	0	1	45.0	56	33	27	28	6.60	3.89 (-70%)	-1301.7
1986	ATL	NL	1	6	37	5	0	0	0	79.7	82	42	43	50	4.74	3.97 (-19%)	-769.5
1988	TEX	AL	3	3	32	0	0	0	3	60.0	37	15	24	35	2.25	3.73 (+40%)	-306.8
1989	TEX	AL	0	0	19	0	0	0	0	23.0	29	19	13	14	7.43	3.71 (-100%)	-859.2
1990	TEX	AL	0	3	23	3	0	0	0	41.7	43	20	30	14	4.32	3.86 (-12%)	-1843.8
1995	HOU	NL	0	1	11	0	0	0	0	10.3	15	9	9	4	7.84	4.45 (-76%)	-202.2

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
218	153	9	15	0	1	0	4	2	6	84	0.098	0.132	0.111	0.243	-1332.7

Career AVG .098 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 62.1% below league average.

Career OBP .132 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 59.3% below league average.

Career SLG .111 vs. league average .389 across their career seasons — 71.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.243 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 65.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	3B	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1983	ATL	NL	36	70	2	6	0	3	0	3	40	0.086	.260 (-67%)	.324 (-62%)	.389 (-78%)	.714 (-71%)	-826.8
1984	ATL	NL	40	52	4	6	1	1	1	2	27	0.115	.259 (-56%)	.322 (-54%)	.384 (-60%)	.707 (-57%)	-505.9
1985	ATL	NL	17	14	0	1	0	0	0	0	7	0.071	—	—	—	—	0.0
1986	ATL	NL	40	16	3	2	0	0	1	1	9	0.125	—	—	—	—	0.0
1988	TEX	AL	32	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1989	TEX	AL	19	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1990	TEX	AL	23	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1995	HOU	NL	11	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0