Random Wednesday: John Kiely
January 23, 2008 by Geoff Young
Filed under News
Today’s entrant comes from the modern era. Right-hander John Kiely pitched for the Detroit Tigers from 1991 to 1993. Although his career consisted of just 54 big-league appearances, Kiely managed to accomplish something pretty impressive: He posted a career ERA+ of 96 despite walking more than twice as many batters as he struck out.
Kiely’s lone full season came in ‘92, when he went 4-2 with a 2.13 ERA in 39 games. Consistent with the rest of his career, he walked 28 and fanned 18 over 55 innings.
Kiely was born on October 4, 1964. Other notable baseball figures born on October 4 include Tony LaRussa, John Wathan (woo, go Toreros!), Charlie Leibrandt, Billy Hatcher, Chris James (brother of ex-NFL running back Craig James), Jered Weaver, and Tony Gwynn Jr.
Well, now you know. Until next time…
I wonder who his comparables might be.
And I was born on Oct. 4 so great pick for random player of the day.
Great question, Carlos. I just ran a search on pitchers who met the following criteria for their career: 70+ IP, 90+ ERA+, 6+ BB/9, < 3 K/9. One name showed up: Herbert Hash.
Jim, I totally meant to do that.