Dave Righetti: Yankees’ rare ace who excelled as starter and closer

The profile

Position	Pitcher
Active years	1979 – 1995
Teams (years)	New York Yankees (1979–1990) San Francisco Giants (1991–1993) Oakland Athletics (1994) Toronto Blue Jays (1994) Chicago White Sox (1995)
Draft	By Texas Rangers in 1977
Debut	September 16, 1979, for the New York Yankees
Last game	September 18, 1995, for the Chicago White Sox
Date of Birth	November 28, 1958 (age 65)
Native place	San Jose, California, U.S.
Batted	Left
Threw	Left
All-Star	2× All-Star (1986, 1987)
World Champions	3× World Series champion (2010, 2012, 2014)
MLB Awards	AL Rookie of the Year (1981)
	2× AL Rolaids Relief Man Award (1986, 1987)
	AL saves leader (1986)
Legacy	Pitched a no-hitter on July 4, 1983
	2x Sporting News Fireman of the Year Award (1986, 1987)
Coach of team	San Francisco Giants (2000–2017)
Nickname	“Rags”, “Dave”

The bio

Dave Righetti‘s baseball career with the Yankees is a tale of versatility and historic achievements. Over 16 years (1979; 1981-95) in the major leagues, Righetti mastered the dual roles of an opening pitcher and a closing pitcher, amassing an impressive total of 252 saves. His journey reached a pinnacle on July 4, 1983, at Yankee Stadium. On this day, Righetti delivered a no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox, etching his name in the annals of Yankee history. This feat was the Yankees’ first no-hitter since Don Larsen’s perfect game in the 1956 World Series and the first by a left-handed Yankee since 1917. His seamless shift to the role of the Yankees’ closing pitcher was underscored by this historic achievement on that memorable day in 1983.

Righetti’s baseball odyssey began with him taking the mound as a starting pitcher. However, the Yankees, in a strategic move in 1984, redefined his role to that of a relief pitcher, more specifically, as their closing pitcher. His early promise was evident when he was honored with the American League (AL) Rookie of the Year Award in 1981. Excelling in his new role, Righetti not only garnered the AL Rolaids Relief Man of the Year award twice but also earned selections for two MLB All-Star Games. His unique legacy in baseball was cemented by becoming the first player in history to both throw a no-hitter and lead the league in saves during his illustrious career.

Early life and Career

David Allan Righetti entered the world on November 28, 1958, in the city of San Jose, California. His father, Leo Righetti, had a background in baseball, playing as an infielder within the Yankees’ minor-league teams during the 1940s. Despite his efforts, Leo never made it to the major leagues and spent the majority of the 1950s playing in Seattle and San Francisco for the Pacific Coast League teams. Leo ended his baseball career in 1957 and subsequently joined the family business at the San Jose Tallow Company.

Under Leo’s guidance, Dave and his brother Steve honed their baseball skills. The siblings played together, first in Little League and then at Pioneer High School. In their duo, Steve initially outshone Dave, displaying superior talent as a shortstop compared to Dave’s outfield performance. Yet, a pivotal moment occurred when Paddy Cottrell, a former University of Santa Clara head coach turned Texas Rangers scout, noticed Dave’s impressive throwing ability from the outfield. He recommended that Dave explore pitching. Although the transition wasn’t immediate, Dave’s pitching skills flourished, leading him to achieve victories in all seven games he pitched during his final high school season, including a standout performance where he struck out 15 batters in one game.

Dave Righetti’s educational and athletic journey led him to San Jose City College, where his talent as a left-handed pitcher caught the keen eye of Cottrell. Convinced of Righetti’s potential, Cottrell became a staunch advocate for his protege, culminating in the Texas Rangers selecting Dave as their prized 10th overall pick on January 11, 1977.

Upon joining the Rangers, Dave’s first foray into professional baseball was with Asheville in the Class A Western Carolinas League in 1977. Standing tall at 6 feet-4, he immediately made an impact. His impressive record of 11-3 with a 3.14 ERA underscored Cottrell’s scouting insight. In 109 innings, Righetti’s dominance on the mound was clear: he struck out 101 batters while conceding 53 walks, showcasing his burgeoning talent.

The following year, 1978, saw Righetti’s ascent to the Tulsa team in the AA Texas League. Here, his journey was a blend of triumphs and challenges. Although his win-loss record was an unassuming 5-5, his ERA of 3.16 continued to turn heads. Not every game went as planned, with varied factors influencing the outcomes. A standout moment came on July 16, 1978, against Midland, when Righetti etched his name in the Texas League history books. He shattered a long-standing record from 1909, set by Willie Mitchell of San Antonio, by striking out an astonishing 21 batters in a single game. Despite this feat, a leadoff double in the ninth inning led to his early withdrawal and a subsequent tied game, leaving Righetti with a no-decision that night, despite his extraordinary showing.

Despite these promising early strides, Righetti found himself part of a significant trade. On November 10, 1978, he was traded to the New York Yankees as part of a 10-player deal. The headline player in this exchange was reliever Sparky Lyle. Lyle’s departure from the Yankees was notably timed just before the 1979 release of his book, “The Bronx Zoo.” The book, a candid first-person narrative about the club, did not sit well with the Yankee management, especially with principal owner George Steinbrenner. The content of “The Bronx Zoo,” both in its advance copies and printed excerpts, drew comparisons to Jim Bouton’s “Ball Four,” another revealing baseball memoir.

Dave Righetti, adapting seamlessly to his new team dynamics, spent 1979 alternating between West Haven in the Class AA Eastern League and Columbus in the AAA International League. His cumulative efforts across both teams resulted in a respectable 7-5 record, an impressive 2.31 ERA, and a tally of 122 strikeouts. This commendable performance earned Righetti a well-deserved late-season call-up to the Yankees. He made his inaugural appearance with the team on September 16, 1979, against Detroit. In this initial outing, Righetti didn’t influence the game’s outcome, and the Yankees ultimately fell 8-4.

The 1980 season found Righetti consistently with Columbus, where he encountered a minor slump. His record stood at 6-10, accompanied by a 4.63 ERA. Nevertheless, he maintained a strong presence on the mound, striking out 139 batters over 142 innings, though he did issue 101 walks. Righetti’s resilience shone through during the International League playoffs. In a crucial third game, he spearheaded the Clippers to a 5-1 triumph over Richmond, a performance reminiscent of his earlier, more commanding pitching prowess.

MLB debut

Righetti began the 1981 season on a high note, achieving an impressive 5-0 record with Columbus before getting the call-up to join the Yankees. In the major leagues, he continued his dominant performance, starting with four consecutive strong outings. He compiled a 3-0 record and a remarkable 1.50 ERA before the player’s strike on June 10 put a temporary halt to the season. When the games resumed in August, Righetti maintained his excellent form, wrapping up the season with an 8-4 record and a standout 2.05 ERA. He proved particularly challenging for opposing batters, who only managed a .196 average against him, the lowest in the AL.

The Yankees navigated through a season of fluctuating fortunes, experiencing a downturn with a 25-26 record in the post-strike latter half. Yet, their robust 34-22 showing in the initial half assured them a berth in the AL playoffs. The first hurdle in their postseason journey was the Milwaukee Brewers, the AL East’s second-half champions. In the series’ second game, Dave Righetti emerged as a linchpin, delivering an exceptional six-inning stint. He struck out 10 batters, playing a central role in the Yankees’ 3-0 victory. Later, in the crucial fifth game, Righetti stepped in as a reliever for Ron Guidry in the fifth inning. His three-inning effort, yielding just one earned run, was instrumental in clinching the win, with Goose Gossage wrapping up the final two innings for the save.

This triumph set the stage for the Yankees to confront the Oakland A’s in the ALCS, led by former Yankee Billy Martin. The Yankees displayed formidable prowess against Oakland, with Righetti at the heart of the action. In the series-clinching third game, he pitched six scoreless innings, significantly contributing to the Yankees’ 4-0 win, ushering them forward in the championship chase.

In the World Series, the Yankees squared off against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The first two games, held at Yankee Stadium, saw New York emerging victorious. A notable moment came in Game Three at Dodger Stadium, featuring a duel between two outstanding rookie pitchers: Fernando Valenzuela of the Dodgers and Righetti. This was a rare occurrence, the last being in the 1967 World Series when Gary Waslewski of Boston faced off against St. Louis’s Dick Hughes in Game Six. In this matchup, Valenzuela triumphed, pitching the entire game in the Dodgers’ 5-4 victory. Righetti, on the other hand, pitched for two innings but struggled, yielding three runs, all resulting from a home run by Ron Cey. The Dodgers then clinched the next three games, securing their World Series triumph.

In 1981, Dave Righetti received significant recognition as the American League Rookie Pitcher of the Year. This accolade, conferred by both the Baseball Writers Association of America and The Sporting News, highlighted his impressive debut season. However, this year also marked his only foray into the postseason, including an appearance in the World Series.

Righetti continued to be an integral part of the Yankees’ rotation in the subsequent two seasons. His 1982 campaign concluded with an 11-10 win-loss record and a 3.79 ERA. Early-season control issues, however, led to a brief reassignment to Columbus near the end of June, a decision that Righetti viewed unfavorably. During this interval, pitching coach Sammy Ellis, who had previously worked with Righetti, stepped in once more. Ellis’s guidance was pivotal in honing Righetti’s skills. The left-hander’s return to the Yankees towards the end of July aligned with Ellis’s promotion to become the team’s fifth pitching coach in a season marked by its share of hurdles.

In 1983, Dave Righetti elevated his game, crafting an impressive 14-8 record complemented by a 3.44 ERA. His performance reached a pinnacle on July 4 against the Boston Red Sox, a team renowned for their formidable batting prowess. Leading up to this encounter, Boston had demonstrated their offensive might in the first three games of the series, accumulating a remarkable 38 hits, 25 runs, and nine home runs, underlining their strength at the plate.

During this standout game, Righetti delivered a masterclass in pitching. He secured nine strikeouts and conceded four walks, exhibiting his adeptness on the mound against the Yankees’ long-standing rivals.

Righetti becoming Yankees’ closer

In 1984, when Gossage moved on to San Diego through a free-agent agreement, Righetti was selected to fill his role as the principal closer of the team. Externally, he embraced this new role without any objections, prioritizing the needs of the team.

Yankees’ manager Yogi Berra, confident in this strategic shift, didn’t view it as a high-risk move.

Berra stated, “Removing him from the starting rotation isn’t easy. He’s a proven starter. Now, he’s my go-to guy for closing games. His ability to strike out batters is key – that’s what I was searching for. Strikeout specialists are rare finds. I don’t foresee this being a risky move. He’s already halfway there.”

Righetti, adapting seamlessly to his new role, flourished in 1984, successfully concluding 31 out of 40 games. In the following year, he continued his effective streak, recording saves in 29 of 39 games. An important aspect of Righetti’s transition was the shift in how relievers were assessed, with a focus more on their recent performance rather than long-term track records.

From the perspective of the fans, this change in Righetti’s role was quite evident. Transitioning from a starter who took the mound every fifth day to a reliever, especially a closer, placed him under greater scrutiny and expectation.

In 1986, Righetti shattered a major league record by achieving 46 saves in a single season, surpassing the previous record held by Dan Quisenberry and Bruce Sutter. Notably, on September 11 of that year during a game in Toronto, Righetti impressively saved both games of a doubleheader. He repeated this remarkable feat on the final day of the season, October 4, at Fenway Park. His achievements earned him a unique place in major league history as the first player to both pitch a no-hitter and lead the league in saves.

Undoubtedly, Righetti’s achievements in the bullpen affirmed the wisdom of his role change. He earned the AL Rolaids Relief Man of the Year and the AL Fireman of the Year titles from The Sporting News, a testament to his skill. These accolades were awarded to him once again in 1987 following his 31-game saves. Additionally, Righetti was named to the AL All-Star team in both 1986 and 1987, marking the only occasions he received this honor.

In 1988, Righetti faced a challenging period due to a painful arm condition, which at times severely limited his ability to lift his pitching arm. Despite this, he kept his struggles to himself. After failing to secure saves in four successive attempts early that season, his appearances on the field became sporadic. That year, under managers Billy Martin and Lou Piniella, reliever Cecilio Guante was occasionally chosen for critical righty-righty matchups.

Dave Righetti’s personal life was brightened by his marriage to Kandice Owen on February 11, 1989. Their family joyously expanded in 1991 with the arrival of triplets Natalee, Nicolette, and Wesley. In a touching testament to family bonds, Kandice’s sister, Kayla Campbell, embraced a unique role as the surrogate mother for their children.

Meanwhile, the Yankees found themselves struggling on the field, settling into fifth place in the AL East for both 1988 and 1989. Their performance further dipped in 1990, landing them at the bottom of the division standings. Despite Righetti’s remarkable achievement of nailing 36 saves in 39 opportunities, he transitioned to free agency on November 5, 1990. A twist of fate led him back to his roots in Northern California when he signed a four-year, $10 million contract with the San Francisco Giants a month later, marking a new chapter in his professional career.

Post-Yankee career

In his debut season with the Giants, Righetti recorded 24 saves. However, in 1992, he experienced a significant decrease in his fastball speed, losing around 10 miles per hour. After a continuous streak of 522 relief appearances, he briefly transitioned back to starting in June, but this shift was short-lived, lasting only four games. Subsequently, Rod Beck, a powerful right-handed pitcher, took over the closer’s role, saving 17 games in 1992 and an impressive 48 in 1993. As his role diminished, the Giants released Righetti in November 1993. Over his three seasons with them, he held a record of 5-15 with a 4.61 ERA in 166 games, achieving 28 saves.

Righetti’s career then took him back to the AL in 1994, where he joined the Oakland A’s. However, his stint there was brief, as he was released after just seven games on April 27, 1994. He soon signed with the Toronto Blue Jays in May and initially joined their Knoxville farm team in the Southern League (Class AA), marking his first minor league experience in 12 years. Knoxville coach Mark Connor, a former pitching coach of Righetti’s in New York, recommended him after Righetti reached out. The Blue Jays brought him back to the major leagues in June, where he remained until the baseball strike commenced on August 12.

Toronto parted ways with Righetti in October. When major league baseball resumed in 1995, Ron Schueler, the General Manager of the Chicago White Sox, persuaded Righetti that he could be a valuable addition to their team, which had strong prospects of winning their division. Consequently, Righetti joined the White Sox in April, returning once more to a starting pitcher role. He spent the initial months of the season playing for Triple-A Nashville, before being called up to the major league team in July. During his tenure with Chicago, encompassing ten games (of which nine were starts), he achieved a 3-2 win-loss record and maintained a 4.20 ERA.

Following his release from the White Sox and with no other teams expressing interest in acquiring him, Righetti made the decision to end his professional baseball career.

The legacy of Dave Righetti

Spanning 16 years and 718 games, Righetti’s career statistics boast an 82-79 win-loss record and a 3.46 ERA. Over his career, he amassed 1,112 strikeouts and issued 591 walks in 1,403 2/3 innings pitched. His 224 saves with the New York Yankees place him second in the team’s all-time list, trailing only behind Mariano Rivera.

In 1998, the Giants invited Righetti to mentor their emerging pitchers in the Instructional League. The next year, he transitioned into a roving pitching instructor within their minor league framework. In 2000, he succeeded Ron Perranoski as the Giants’ pitching coach, a role he maintained until the end of the 2017 season. During his tenure, he worked under four different managers and saw the Giants clinch four pennants and three World Series titles (2010, 2012, 2014) – the first since the franchise’s relocation west in 1958.

Righetti’s guidance was instrumental in several notable achievements: Tim Lincecum winning the Cy Young Award in 2008 and 2009, Jason Schmidt being named The Sporting News Pitcher of the Year in 2004, Brian Wilson securing the NL Rolaids Reliever of the Year in 2010, and Madison Bumgarner earning the World Series MVP in 2014. His pitchers together earned 22 All-Star selections.

However, following a disappointing last-place finish in the NL West in 2017, the Giants restructured Bruce Bochy’s staff, and Righetti’s stint as pitching coach concluded on October 21, 2017. He then transitioned to a front office role as a special assistant to General Manager Bobby Evans.

Reflecting on his early days as a relief pitcher, Righetti impressively managed to prevent any inherited runners from scoring in his first relief appearance, retiring the final seven batters. His effectiveness in relief was evident, with an average of 32 saves per season over seven years with the Yankees. He was an All-Star in 1986 and 1987. A memorable moment came on October 4, 1986, when he saved both games of a doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox, ending the season with a record-breaking 46 saves, surpassing the mark set by Dan Quisenberry and Bruce Sutter. This record stood until Bobby Thigpen’s 57 saves for the Chicago White Sox in 1990. Although Randy Myers broke his single-season record for left-handers in 1993 with 53 saves, Righetti still holds the AL record for left-handers.

Most recently, he contributed as the bullpen coach for the United States national baseball team in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

Dave Righetti: Greatest moment in Pinstripes

Dave Righetti’s greatest moment with the New York Yankees came on July 4, 1983, in a historic game against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. This day was etched in the annals of baseball history as Righetti pitched a no-hitter, a rare and remarkable feat in Major League Baseball. His performance was the first no-hitter by a Yankee since Don Larsen’s perfect game in the 1956 World Series, and significantly, it was the first by a left-handed pitcher for the Yankees since George Mogridge in 1917.

The game itself was a showcase of Righetti’s pitching prowess. He displayed an exceptional combination of control and command, utilizing his fastballs and sliders to keep the Red Sox batters off balance. The climax of the game was as dramatic as it gets in baseball: Righetti struck out Wade Boggs, a future Hall of Famer, for the final out. This strikeout not only sealed the no-hitter but also highlighted Righetti’s dominance throughout the game.

The significance of this achievement was immediately recognized by both fans and fellow players. A no-hitter is a rare accomplishment in baseball, and doing so in the high-pressure environment of Yankee Stadium against a team like the Red Sox added to its glory. This performance firmly established Righetti’s place in Yankee lore and is remembered as a defining moment in his career.

Awards and Honors

• 1981 Rookie of the Year Award (BBWAA)
• 1981 Sporting News Rookie Pitcher of the Year Award
• 1985 MLB Pitcher of the Month Award (August)
• 1986 Rolaids Relief Man Award
• 1986 Sporting News Fireman of the Year Award
• 1987 Rolaids Relief Man Award
• 1987 Sporting News Fireman of the Year Award
• 2× All-Star (1986, 1987)
• 3× World Series champion (2010, 2012, 2014)
• AL Rookie of the Year (1981)
• 2× AL Rolaids Relief Man Award (1986, 1987)
• AL saves leader (1986)
• Pitched a no-hitter on July 4, 1983

FAQs

When was Dave Righetti’s no-hitter?

Dave Righetti pitched his no-hitter on July 4, 1983.

Where is Dave Righetti now?

As of April 2023, specific details about his current whereabouts or activities were not publicly available.

What baseball player threw a 4-0 no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox on July 4, 1983?

Dave Righetti threw the 4-0 no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox on that date.

Did Dave Righetti pitch a perfect game?

No, Dave Righetti did not pitch a perfect game. His no-hitter was not a perfect game due to walks allowed.

Is Dave Righetti in the Hall of Fame (HOF)?

Dave Righetti is not in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Who is the father of Dave Righetti?

Dave Righetti’s father is Leo Righetti.

What number was Dave Righetti?

Dave Righetti wore number 19 during most of his career with the New York Yankees.

What happened to Dave Righetti?

After retiring as a player, Dave Righetti transitioned into coaching, serving as a pitching coach for several teams.

What was the date that Dave Righetti threw a no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox?

Dave Righetti threw his no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox on July 4, 1983.

Where did Dave Righetti go?

After his playing career, Dave Righetti became a pitching coach, last serving in this role for the San Francisco Giants until 2017.

Why is Dave Righetti no longer the Giants’ pitching coach?

Dave Righetti was reassigned from his role as the San Francisco Giants’ pitching coach after the 2017 season.

How much is a Dave Righetti baseball card worth?

The value of a Dave Righetti baseball card can vary widely based on its condition, rarity, and specific edition.

How tall is Dave Righetti?

Dave Righetti is 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm) tall.

Where to find Dave Righetti’s no-hit game?

You can find videos or summaries of Dave Righetti’s no-hitter online.

What happened to Dave Righetti?

After his tenure as a pitching coach with the San Francisco Giants, details about Dave Righetti’s activities are not widely publicized.

How much is a signed Topps Dave Righetti card worth?

The value of a signed Topps Dave Righetti card depends on its condition, rarity, and the authenticity of the signature.

How old is Dave Righetti?

Dave Righetti is currently 65 years old.

When was Dave Righetti born?

Dave Righetti’s birthdate is November 28, 1958.

Where was Dave Righetti born?

The birthplace of Dave Righetti is San Jose, California.

How tall is Dave Righetti?

Dave Righetti stands at a height of 6 feet 4 inches (193 centimeters).

How much did Dave Righetti weigh when playing?

During his playing days, Dave Righetti weighed 195 pounds (approximately 88 kilograms).

How many seasons did Dave Righetti play?

Dave Righetti’s playing career spanned 16 seasons.

When was Dave Righetti drafted?

Dave Righetti was selected by the Texas Rangers in the first round (10th overall) of the 1977 MLB January Draft-Regular Phase, from San Jose City College in San Jose, California.

What position did Dave Righetti play?

Dave Righetti’s position was a pitcher.

How many strikeouts did Dave Righetti have?

Throughout his career, Dave Righetti achieved 1,112 strikeouts.

How many teams has Dave Righetti played for?

Dave Righetti played for a total of 5 teams: the New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics, Toronto Blue Jays, and Chicago White Sox.

How many World Series has Dave Righetti won?

Dave Righetti has not won any World Series titles as a player.

When did Dave Righetti retire?

Dave Righetti concluded his playing career in 1995.

What are Dave Righetti’s nicknames?

One of Dave Righetti’s nicknames is “Rags.”

Stats

(Source: Baseball Reference)

SUMMARY	WAR	W	L	ERA	G	GS	SV	IP	SO	WHIP
Career	21.3	82	79	3.46	718	89	252	1403.2	1112	1.338

Standard pitching

Year	W	L	W-L%	ERA	G	GS	GF	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	R	ER	HR	BB	IBB	SO	HBP	BK	WP	BF	ERA+	FIP	WHIP	H9	HR9	BB9	SO9	SO/W
1979	0	1	0	3.63	3	3	0	0	0	0	17.1	10	7	7	2	10	0	13	0	0	0	67	114	4.46	1.154	5.2	1	5.2	6.8	1.3
1981	8	4	0.667	2.05	15	15	0	2	0	0	105.1	75	25	24	1	38	0	89	0	1	1	422	174	2.12	1.073	6.4	0.1	3.2	7.6	2.34
1982	11	10	0.524	3.79	33	27	3	4	0	1	183	155	88	77	11	108	4	163	6	5	9	804	105	3.59	1.437	7.6	0.5	5.3	8	1.51
1983	14	8	0.636	3.44	31	31	0	7	2	0	217	194	96	83	12	67	2	169	2	1	10	900	113	2.87	1.203	8	0.5	2.8	7	2.52
1984	5	6	0.455	2.34	64	0	53	0	0	31	96.1	79	29	25	5	37	7	90	0	2	0	400	163	2.73	1.204	7.4	0.5	3.5	8.4	2.43
1985	12	7	0.632	2.78	74	0	60	0	0	29	107	96	36	33	5	45	3	92	0	0	7	452	146	2.83	1.318	8.1	0.4	3.8	7.7	2.04
1986	8	8	0.5	2.45	74	0	68	0	0	46	106.2	88	31	29	4	35	7	83	2	0	1	435	168	2.74	1.153	7.4	0.3	3	7	2.37
1987	8	6	0.571	3.51	60	0	54	0	0	31	95	95	45	37	9	44	4	77	2	3	1	419	127	3.93	1.463	9	0.9	4.2	7.3	1.75
1988	5	4	0.556	3.52	60	0	41	0	0	25	87	86	35	34	5	37	2	70	1	4	2	377	112	3.22	1.414	8.9	0.5	3.8	7.2	1.89
1989	2	6	0.25	3	55	0	53	0	0	25	69	73	32	23	3	26	6	51	1	0	0	300	130	3.02	1.435	9.5	0.4	3.4	6.7	1.96
1990	1	1	0.5	3.57	53	0	47	0	0	36	53	48	24	21	8	26	2	43	2	0	2	235	112	4.73	1.396	8.2	1.4	4.4	7.3	1.65
1991	2	7	0.222	3.39	61	0	49	0	0	24	71.2	64	29	27	4	28	6	51	3	1	1	304	106	3.46	1.284	8	0.5	3.5	6.4	1.82
1992	2	7	0.222	5.06	54	4	23	0	0	3	78.1	79	47	44	4	36	5	47	0	2	5	340	66	3.63	1.468	9.1	0.5	4.1	5.4	1.31
1993	1	1	0.5	5.7	51	0	15	0	0	1	47.1	58	31	30	11	17	0	31	1	0	1	210	69	5.84	1.585	11	2.1	3.2	5.9	1.82
1994	0	1	0	10.18	20	0	7	0	0	0	20.1	22	23	23	5	19	0	14	1	0	0	102	47	7.9	2.016	9.7	2.2	8.4	6.2	0.74
1994	0	0		16.71	7	0	1	0	0	0	7	13	13	13	3	9	0	4	1	0	0	42	28	11.85	3.143	16.7	3.9	11.6	5.1	0.44
1994	0	1	0	6.75	13	0	6	0	0	0	13.1	9	10	10	2	10	0	10	0	0	0	60	73	5.83	1.425	6.1	1.4	6.8	6.8	1
1995	3	2	0.6	4.2	10	9	1	0	0	0	49.1	65	24	23	6	18	0	29	0	0	0	221	108	4.6	1.682	11.9	1.1	3.3	5.3	1.61
	W	L	W-L%	ERA	G	GS	GF	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	R	ER	HR	BB	IBB	SO	HBP	BK	WP	BF	ERA+	FIP	WHIP	H9	HR9	BB9	SO9	SO/W
16 Yrs	82	79	0.509	3.46	718	89	474	13	2	252	1403.2	1287	602	540	95	591	48	1112	21	19	40	5988	114	3.38	1.338	8.3	0.6	3.8	7.1	1.88
162 Game Avg.	7	7	0.509	3.46	61	7	40	1	0	21	118	108	51	46	8	50	4	94	2	2	3	505	114	3.38	1.338	8.3	0.6	3.8	7.1	1.88

Postseason pitching

Year	W	L	W-L%	ERA	G	GS	GF	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	R	ER	HR	BB	IBB	SO	HBP	BK	WP	BF	WHIP	H9	HR9	BB9	SO9	SO/W	WPA	cWPA
1981	2	0	1	1	2	1	0	0	0	0	9	8	1	1	0	3	0	13	0	0	0	38	1.222	8	0	3	13	4.33	0.45	5.10%
1981	1	0	1	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	6	4	0	0	0	2	0	4	0	0	0	22	1	6	0	3	6	2	0.35	4.90%
1981	0	0		13.5	1	1	0	0	0	0	2	5	3	3	1	2	0	1	1	0	0	14	3.5	22.5	4.5	9	4.5	0.5	-0.34	-8.30%
	W	L	W-L%	ERA	G	GS	GF	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	R	ER	HR	BB	IBB	SO	HBP	BK	WP	BF	WHIP	H9	HR9	BB9	SO9	SO/W	WPA	cWPA
1 Yr (3 Series)	3	0	1	2.12	4	3	0	0	0	0	17	17	4	4	1	7	0	18	1	0	0	74	1.412	9	0.5	3.7	9.5	2.57	0.45	1.70%
1 ALDS	2	0	1	1	2	1	0	0	0	0	9	8	1	1	0	3	0	13	0	0	0	38	1.222	8	0	3	13	4.33	0.45	5.10%
1 ALCS	1	0	1	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	6	4	0	0	0	2	0	4	0	0	0	22	1	6	0	3	6	2	0.35	4.90%
1 WS	0	0		13.5	1	1	0	0	0	0	2	5	3	3	1	2	0	1	1	0	0	14	3.5	22.5	4.5	9	4.5	0.5	-0.34	-8.30%

Career Graph

Hall of Fame	All-Star Games	Awards	MVP (rank, share)
2001 BBWAA ( 0.4%)	1986 * 1987 *	1981 AL Rookie of the Year 1986 AP All-Star 1986 AL Rolaids Relief 1987 AL Rolaids Relief	1986 AL (10, 18%) 0.18 Career Shares (867th)
Cy Young (rank, share)	Monthly Awards	Weekly Awards	WAR for Pitchers
1986 AL (4, 14%) 0.14 Career Shares (227th)	1985 August AL Pitcher of the Month	1983 Jul 10th AL Player of the Week 1986 Oct 5th AL Player of the Week	1981 AL 3.5 (7th)
Earned Run Average	Win-Loss %	Walks & Hits per IP	Hits per 9 IP
1981 ML 2.05 (2nd)	1981 AL .667 (8th) 1985 AL .632 (7th)	1981 AL 1.073 (3rd) 1983 AL 1.203 (9th)	1981 AL 6.408 (1st) 1982 AL 7.623 (3rd) 1983 AL 8.046 (10th) Career 8.252 (240th)
Strikeouts per 9 IP	Games Played	Saves	Strikeouts
1981 AL 7.604 (1st) 1982 AL 8.016 (1st) 1983 AL 7.009 (3rd) Career 7.130 (173rd)	1984 AL 64 (6th) 1985 AL 74 (3rd) 1986 AL 74 (2nd) 1987 AL 60 (9th) Career 718 (104th)	1984 AL 31 (4th) 1985 AL 29 (5th) 1986 AL 46 (1st) 1987 AL 31 (2nd) 1988 AL 25 (7th) 1989 AL 25 (9th) 1990 AL 36 (5th) 1991 NL 24 (5th) Career 252 (38th)	1981 AL 89 (10th) 1982 AL 163 (3rd) 1983 AL 169 (4th)
Shutouts	Bases on Balls	Strikeouts / Base On Balls	Home Runs per 9 IP
1983 AL 2 (9th)	1982 AL 108 (1st)	1981 AL 2.342 (6th) 1983 AL 2.522 (5th)	1981 AL 0.085 (1st) 1982 AL 0.541 (4th) 1983 AL 0.498 (3rd)
Wild Pitches	Games Finished	Adjusted ERA+	Fielding Independent Pitching
1982 AL 9 (5th) 1983 AL 10 (4th)	1984 AL 53 (5th) 1985 AL 60 (3rd) 1986 AL 68 (1st) 1987 AL 54 (3rd) 1989 AL 53 (6th) 1990 AL 47 (10th) 1991 NL 49 (4th) Career 474 (47th)	1981 AL 174 (1st)	1981 AL 2.12 (1st) 1983 AL 2.87 (1st)
Adj. Pitching Runs	Adj. Pitching Wins	Base-Out Runs Saved (RE24)	Win Probability Added (WPA)
1981 AL 19 (3rd) 1986 AL 21 (8th)	1981 AL 2.2 (3rd) 1986 AL 2.1 (8th)	1981 AL 21.88 (4th) 1986 AL 24.79 (8th)	1981 AL 2.2 (6th) 1984 AL 3.5 (5th) 1988 AL 2.6 (9th) Career 14.6 (179th)
Sit. Wins Saved (WPA/LI)	Championship WPA (cWPA)	Base-Out Wins Saved (REW)	Def. Games as P
1981 AL 2.2 (3rd) 1983 AL 2.2 (8th)	1988 AL 3.3 (4th)	1981 AL 2.6 (3rd) 1986 AL 2.5 (8th)	1985 AL 74 (3rd) 1986 AL 74 (2nd)
Youngest
1979 AL born 1958-11-28 (10th)

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