George Throop, baseball player, 1975-1979

George Throop

Born: 11/24/1950 in Pasadena, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1975-09-07 | Final Game: 1979-08-21

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: George Lynford Throop

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Biography

George Throop, born in 1950, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1975 to 1979. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Throop made a notable impact during his time in the major leagues. He compiled a career record of 2-0, with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.83, showcasing his ability to keep runs at bay in high-pressure situations. Throop struck out 27 batters and recorded 3 saves, contributing to his team's defensive efforts during a transitional period in baseball characterized by evolving pitching strategies and offensive approaches. Throop's playing style reflected the changing dynamics of the late 1970s, as he navigated the challenges of a league increasingly defined by power hitters and shifting hitting philosophies. Despite a relatively brief career, he left an impression on the teams he played for, demonstrating the resilience and determination that defined many pitchers of his era. After his retirement on August 21, 1979, Throop's contributions to the game remained a testament to the hard work and dedication of athletes in the competitive landscape of professional baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
2 0 30 0 0 0 3 42.3 41 18 6 25 27 3.83 0

Career ERA 3.83 vs. league average 3.85 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
1975 KCR AL 0 0 7 0 0 0 2 9.0 8 4 2 8 4.00 3.71 (-8%) -
1977 KCR AL 0 0 4 0 0 0 1 5.3 1 2 4 1 3.38 — -
1978 KCR AL 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 3.0 2 0 3 2 0.00 — -
1979 KCR AL 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 2.7 7 4 5 1 13.50 — -
1979 HOU NL 1 0 14 0 0 0 0 22.3 23 8 11 15 3.22 4.00 (+19%) -744.4

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
30 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.716 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1975 KCR AL 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1977 KCR AL 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1978 KCR AL 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1979 KCR AL 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1979 HOU NL 14 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 30 0 3 7 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1975 KCA P 7 0 1 2 0 0
1977 KCA P 4 0 1 2 0 0
1978 KCA P 1 0 0 1 0 0
1979 KCA P 4 0 0 0 0 0
1979 HOU P 14 0 1 2 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 30

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Pasadena City College Pasadena CA 1969
California State University Long Beach Long Beach CA 1972