Garry Roggenburk

Born: 4/16/1940 in Cleveland, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1963-04-20 | Final Game: 1969-07-27

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

Full name: Garry Earl Roggenburk

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Biography

Garry Roggenburk, born in 1940, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1963 until 1969. Known for his strong right arm and competitive nature, Roggenburk made a notable impact during his career, appearing in games for teams in an era marked by the transition from the traditional styles of play to a more modern approach. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 6-9 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.64, showcasing his ability to manage games effectively on the mound. Roggenburk's career statistics reflect his role as a reliable pitcher, as he registered a total of 56 strikeouts and recorded 7 saves. His contributions were particularly valuable during a time when pitching depth was crucial for teams seeking to navigate the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball. Although not a household name, Roggenburk's performance and perseverance on the field demonstrated his commitment to the game and his impact as part of the larger narrative of baseball history during the 1960s.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
6	9	79	6	1	0	7	126.0	132	51	15	64	56	3.64	0

Career ERA 3.64 vs. league average 3.42 across their career seasons — 6.5% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1963	MIN	AL	2	4	36	2	0	4	50.0	47	12	22	24	2.16	3.46 (+38%)	-581.0
1965	MIN	AL	1	0	12	0	0	2	21.0	21	8	12	6	3.43	3.50 (+2%)	-411.4
1966	MIN	AL	1	2	12	0	0	1	12.3	14	8	10	3	5.84	3.52 (-66%)	-1606.2
1966	BOS	AL	0	0	1	0	0	0	0.3	1	0	1	0	0.00	—	0.0
1968	BOS	AL	0	0	4	0	0	0	8.3	9	2	3	4	2.16	—	0.0
1969	BOS	AL	0	1	7	0	0	0	9.7	13	9	5	8	8.38	3.61 (-132%)	0.0
1969	SE1	AL	2	2	7	4	1	0	24.3	27	12	11	11	4.44	3.61 (-23%)	-1636.4

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
79	20	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	2	7	0.100	0.182	0.100	0.282	0.0

Career AVG .100 vs. league average .245 across their career seasons — 59.2% below league average.

Career OBP .182 vs. league average .310 across their career seasons — 41.4% below league average.

Career SLG .100 vs. league average .366 across their career seasons — 72.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.282 vs. league average 0.676 across their career seasons — 58.3% 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
1963	MIN	AL	36	7	0	1	1	2	0.143	—	—	—	—
1965	MIN	AL	12	3	1	0	1	1	0.000	—	—	—	—
1966	MIN	AL	12	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
1966	BOS	AL	1	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
1968	BOS	AL	4	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—
1969	BOS	AL	7	2	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—
1969	SE1	AL	7	8	0	1	0	3	0.125	—	—	—	—