John Smiley
Career Overview

Players Baseball John Smiley

John Smiley's journey in Major League Baseball began when he was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 12th round of the 1983 MLB Draft. A left-handed pitcher, Smiley made his debut with the Pirates in 1986, quickly establishing himself as a reliable starter. Over the next few years, he developed into a consistent performer on the mound,

John Smiley's journey in Major League Baseball began when he was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 12th round of the 1983 MLB Draft. A left-handed pitcher, Smiley made his debut with the Pirates in 1986, quickly establishing himself as a reliable starter. Over the next few years, he developed into a consistent performer on the mound,

Career Pitching Stats

NL 1986-1997

Win-Loss

126–103

ERA

3.80

Strikeouts

1,284

WHIP

1.226

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Skills Scorecard

Control

A-

Velocity

B

Stamina

B-

Command

B-

Range

A-

Fielding

B+

Career Timeline

1986-1991

Pittsburgh Pirates (NL)

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1992

Minnesota Twins (AL)

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1993-1997

Cincinnati Reds (NL)

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1997

Cleveland Indians (AL)

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Personal Profile

Born Mar 17th, 1965

Bats / Throws Left / Left

Height / Weight 6' 4" 180 lbs

Position SP · RP

Uniform # 57

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