Dennis Eckersley
Career Overview

Players Baseball Dennis Eckersley

Dennis Eckersley, known for his unique transition from a starting pitcher to a dominant closer, left an indelible mark on Major League Baseball. Born on October 3, 1954, in Oakland, California, Eckersley began his professional career when he was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the third round of the 1972 MLB Draft. He made his major league

Dennis Eckersley, known for his unique transition from a starting pitcher to a dominant closer, left an indelible mark on Major League Baseball. Born on October 3, 1954, in Oakland, California, Eckersley began his professional career when he was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the third round of the 1972 MLB Draft. He made his major league

Career Pitching Stats

NL 1975-1998

Win-Loss

197–171

ERA

3.50

Saves

390

#7 All-Time

WHIP

1.161

#88 All-Time

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Skills Scorecard

Control

A

Velocity

B+

Stamina

D+

Command

B+

Range

B

Fielding

C

Career Timeline

1975-1977

Cleveland Indians (AL)

Player

1978-1984

Boston Red Sox (AL)

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1984-1986

Chicago Cubs (NL)

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1987-1995

Oakland Athletics (AL)

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1996-1997

St. Louis Cardinals (NL)

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1998

Boston Red Sox (AL)

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Personal Profile

Born Oct 3rd, 1954

Age 70 years old

Bats / Throws Right / Right

Height / Weight 6' 2" 190 lbs

Position SP · RP

Uniform #s 37 · 43 · 40

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