Gene Pentz

Born: 6/21/1953 in Johnstown, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1975-07-29 | Final Game: 1978-05-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Eugene David Pentz

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Biography

Gene Pentz was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1975 to 1978. Born in 1953, Pentz made his mark primarily as a left-handed reliever, showcasing a competitive spirit on the mound during a time when the game was transitioning into a more specialized era of pitching. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 8-9 with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.63, demonstrating his ability to keep opposing hitters at bay. Pentz recorded a total of 116 strikeouts and achieved 7 saves throughout his time in the league, reflecting his role as a reliable option in high-pressure situations. While his career was relatively brief, lasting just under three years, he contributed to his teams with a mix of tenacity and skill that exemplified the competitive nature of the late 1970s baseball landscape. His journey through the major leagues remains a testament to the dedication and hard work required to succeed at the highest level of the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
8	9	104	4	0	0	7	191.0	177	77	14	108	116	3.63	0

Career ERA 3.63 vs. league average 3.73 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1975	DET	AL	0	4	13	0	0	25.3	27	9	20	21	3.20	3.71 (+14%)	263.0
1976	HOU	NL	3	3	40	0	5	63.7	62	21	31	36	2.97	3.51 (+16%)	-832.6
1977	HOU	NL	5	2	41	4	2	87.0	76	37	44	51	3.83	4.00 (+4%)	-695.7
1978	HOU	NL	0	0	10	0	0	15.0	12	10	13	8	6.00	3.69 (-63%)	-563.4

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
104	19	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	7	0.053	0.100	0.053	0.153	0.0

Career AVG .053 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 79.7% below league average.

Career OBP .100 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 69.2% below league average.

Career SLG .053 vs. league average .379 across their career seasons — 86.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.153 vs. league average 0.704 across their career seasons — 78.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS
1975	DET	AL	13	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
1976	HOU	NL	40	5	1	1	1	1	0.200	—	—	—	—
1977	HOU	NL	41	13	0	0	0	6	0.000	—	—	—	—
1978	HOU	NL	10	1	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—