Don Kirkwood

Don Kirkwood
Pitcher
Born: (1949-09-24) September 24, 1949 (age 75) Pontiac, Michigan, U.S.
Batted: Right Threw: Right
MLB debut
September 13, 1974, for the California Angels
Last MLB appearance
October 1, 1978, for the Toronto Blue Jays
MLB statistics
Win–loss record	18–23
Earned run average	4.37
Strikeouts	194
Stats at Baseball Reference
Teams
California Angels (1974–1977) Chicago White Sox (1977) Toronto Blue Jays (1978)

Donald Paul Kirkwood (born September 24, 1949) is an American former professional baseball pitcher who played five seasons for the California Angels, Chicago White Sox, and Toronto Blue Jays of Major League Baseball (MLB). Kirkwood attended Oakland University.

Professional career

In his first three minor league seasons, he had a win–loss record of 20–14 before making his MLB debut. His best season was 1975 with a win–loss record of 6–5 and an era of 3.11.

Personal life

In January 2020, he was inducted in the Hollie L. Lepely Hall of Honor class. He currently works at a total sports complex, giving pitching lessons.

References

• Career statistics from Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors)