Tom Dozier facts for kids
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Dozier with the Greenville Braves c. 1988
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| Pitcher | |||
| Born: September 5, 1961 San Pablo, California |
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| May 17, 1986, for the Oakland Athletics | |||
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| June 1, 1986, for the Oakland Athletics | |||
| MLB statistics | |||
| Win–loss record | 0–0 | ||
| Earned run average | 5.68 | ||
| Strikeouts | 4 | ||
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Thomas Dean Dozier (born September 5, 1961) is a former American Major League Baseball player. He was a pitcher who played for the Oakland Athletics during the 1986 season. Tom Dozier was born in San Pablo, California, and grew up loving baseball.
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Who is Tom Dozier?
Tom Dozier is known for his time as a professional baseball pitcher. A pitcher is a special player on a baseball team. Their main job is to throw the baseball from a mound towards home plate. The goal is to make it hard for the batter to hit the ball.
Pitching in Baseball
Pitchers use different types of throws, called pitches. These pitches can curve, sink, or go very fast. A good pitcher needs to be strong and accurate. They also need to think strategically about how to get batters out.
Key Pitching Stats Explained
When you look at a pitcher's stats, you often see a few important numbers:
- Win-loss record: This shows how many games a pitcher won or lost. Tom Dozier's record was 0-0, meaning he didn't get a win or a loss decision in his Major League games.
- Earned Run Average (ERA): This number tells you how many "earned" runs a pitcher gives up per nine innings. A lower ERA is better. Tom's ERA was 5.68.
- Strikeouts: This is when a pitcher throws three "strikes" to a batter, and the batter doesn't hit the ball. Tom had 4 strikeouts in his Major League career.
Playing in the Major Leagues
Major League Baseball (MLB) is the highest level of professional baseball in the United States and Canada. It's where the very best players compete. Many players dream of reaching the MLB. It takes a lot of hard work and talent to get there.
Tom's Time with the Oakland Athletics
Tom Dozier played for the Oakland Athletics in 1986. The Athletics are a famous team based in Oakland, California. Playing for an MLB team, even for a short time, is a big achievement for any baseball player. Tom made his debut on May 17, 1986, and his final game was on June 1, 1986.
Journey Through Minor League Baseball
Before playing in the Major Leagues, many baseball players spend time in the minor leagues. These are professional leagues below MLB. Players develop their skills and gain experience there. Tom Dozier played for several minor league teams, including:
- Johnson City Cardinals
- Albany-Colonie Yankees
- Gastonia Cardinals
- Springfield Cardinals
- St. Petersburg Cardinals
- Omaha Royals
- Tacoma Tigers
- Greenville Braves
- Richmond Braves
- Huntsville Stars
This journey through different teams helped him improve his game.
Early Life and Background
Tom Dozier was born on September 5, 1961. He grew up in San Pablo, California. He attended Richmond High School (Richmond, California). His early years in California helped shape his baseball career.
