Luebber made his MLB debut with the Twins on July 6, 1971. He spent the first five seasons of his career with the Twins, where he was primarily used as a starting pitcher. During his time with the Twins, Luebber had some standout performances, including a complete game shutout against the Milwaukee Brewers in 1972 and a 10-strikeout game against the Boston Red Sox in 1973.
In 1976, Luebber was traded to the Texas Rangers, where he spent one season before being released. He then signed with the Toronto Blue Jays in 1978, where he spent the next three seasons. During his time with the Blue Jays, Luebber was primarily used as a relief pitcher. He had a career-best ERA of 3.24 in 1979 and recorded his first career save in 1980.
Luebber's final season in the MLB was with the Baltimore Orioles in 1981. He was used primarily as a relief pitcher and had a career-best WHIP (Walks plus Hits per Inning Pitched) of 1.071.
Over his 11-year MLB career, Luebber appeared in 166 games, including 68 starts. He finished with a career record of 14 wins and 31 losses, an ERA of 4.62, and 228 strikeouts. He also recorded 2 complete games, 1 shutout, and 1 save.
After his playing career, Luebber transitioned into coaching. He has served as a pitching coach in the minor leagues for several organizations, including the Kansas City Royals and the Toronto Blue Jays. His coaching career has been marked by a focus on developing young pitchers and helping them improve their skills and performance on the mound.
Despite not having a highly decorated career in terms of awards or accolades, Steve Luebber made significant contributions to the teams he played for and has continued to impact the game of baseball through his coaching. His career is a testament to the importance of perseverance, adaptability, and a love for the game.
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The 1971 season saw contrasting fortunes for the Los Angeles Angels and the Minnesota Twins...
California Angels at Minnesota Twins - Radio Broadcast / The 1971 season saw contrasting fortunes for the Los Angeles Angels and the Minnesota Twins in Major League Baseball. The Angels, led by manager Lefty Phillips, finished with a disappointing 76-86 record, landing them fourth in the American League West division. Despite the efforts of slugger Tony Conigliaro and pitcher Clyde Wright, the team struggled to find consistency and fell short of playoff contention.
In contrast, the Twins, under manager Bill Rigney, enjoyed a successful campaign, finishing with an 85-77 record, placing them second in the American League West. The team showcased a strong offense, spearheaded by the likes of Harmon Killebrew, Tony Oliva, and Rod Carew. However, their efforts were overshadowed by the dominant Oakland Athletics, who claimed the division title. While the Twins missed out on the postseason, their solid performance laid the foundation for future success.