Explained: Cleveland strikeout king Sam McDowell dies at 84, leaving a legacy of redemption

Sam McDowell died Monday at his home in The Villages, Florida, at age 84.

ERA

Earned run average, a measure of runs allowed per nine innings pitched.

Complete games

Games in which a pitcher throws every inning without relief.

Shutouts

Games in which a pitcher allows no runs over a complete game.

B.A.T.

Baseball Assistance Team, an organization that helps former players with personal issues like addiction.

Alumni Ambassador program

A Cleveland Guardians program featuring former players who engage with fans.