John Baker
Born: 1/20/1981 in Alameda, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-07-09 | Final Game: 2014-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: John David Baker
Biography
John Baker, born in 1981, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2008 to 2014. During his career, he made a unique mark in the game despite having a limited statistical record. Baker finished his time in the majors with a win-loss record of 1-0 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 0.0, showcasing his ability to maintain a perfect ERA over his appearances. Notably, he recorded 0 strikeouts and 0 saves, which speaks to his limited use on the mound but does not diminish the significance of his contributions during his time in the league.
Operating in an era characterized by a mix of power hitters and advanced analytics, Baker's journey through baseball reflected the complexities of a pitcher navigating the modern game. While he may not have amassed traditional stats that highlight a long-standing impact, his presence in the league illustrated the essential roles that players can embody, often serving as depth in bullpens or filling in during critical moments. Baker's career, though brief, remains a testament to the diverse paths that athletes take within the sport, and he left an indelible mark on the teams he was a part of.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 359 | 1076 | 124 | 266 | 57 | 1 | 14 | 120 | 2 | 127 | 269 | 0.247 | 0.330 | 0.341 | 0.671 | -972.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | MIA | NL | 61 | 197 | 32 | 59 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 0 | 30 | 48 | 0.299 | 512.4 |
| 2009 | MIA | NL | 112 | 373 | 59 | 101 | 25 | 0 | 9 | 50 | 0 | 41 | 89 | 0.271 | 158.7 |
| 2010 | MIA | NL | 23 | 78 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 18 | 0.218 | -229.0 |
| 2011 | MIA | NL | 16 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | SDP | NL | 63 | 193 | 17 | 46 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 20 | 41 | 0.238 | -569.2 |
| 2013 | SDP | NL | 16 | 40 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0.150 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | CHC | NL | 68 | 182 | 9 | 35 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 19 | 58 | 0.192 | -844.9 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHC | NL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 311 | 288 | 2190 | 135 | 18 | 7 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | FLO | C | 59 | 54 | 402 | 22 | 4 | 0 |
| 2009 | FLO | C | 105 | 99 | 748 | 42 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010 | FLO | C | 21 | 20 | 152 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 | FLO | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | SDN | C | 56 | 52 | 368 | 23 | 4 | 0 |
| 2013 | SDN | C | 14 | 12 | 81 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | CHN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CHN | C | 55 | 51 | 437 | 30 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Catcher | 311 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHN | NL | $875,000 |
| 2013 | SDN | NL | $930,000 |
| 2012 | SDN | NL | $750,000 |
| 2011 | FLO | NL | $417,000 |
| 2010 | FLO | NL | $415,000 |
| 2009 | FLO | NL | $400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,787,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Berkeley | Berkeley | CA | 2000, 2001, 2002 |