Jeff Bennett
Born: 6/10/1980 in Donelson, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-04-06 | Final Game: 2009-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: David Jeffrey Bennett
Biography
Jeff Bennett, born in 1980, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2004 to 2009. Known for his versatility on the mound, Bennett played in an era characterized by a strong emphasis on power pitching and offensive production. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 8-17, showcasing his determination and resilience in the face of competition. With an earned run average (ERA) of 4.3, he demonstrated the ability to manage innings and keep his team in games, despite facing some of the toughest lineups in Major League Baseball.
Bennett accumulated a total of 154 strikeouts and secured 3 saves during his time in the league, underscoring his capability both as a starting pitcher and in relief roles. His time in the major leagues was marked by a commitment to improving his craft, and he became known for his work ethic and competitive spirit. While his career may not have been filled with accolades or top-tier statistics, Bennett's contributions to the teams he played for and his presence on the mound left a lasting impact in the memories of fans and teammates alike.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 17 | 179 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 228.3 | 244 | 109 | 24 | 108 | 154 | 4.30 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 1 | 5 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 71.3 | 78 | 38 | 26 | 45 | 4.79 | -1243.9 |
| 2007 | ATL | NL | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 14 | 5 | 3 | 14 | 3.46 | -99.4 |
| 2008 | ATL | NL | 3 | 7 | 72 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 97.3 | 86 | 40 | 47 | 68 | 3.70 | 637.5 |
| 2009 | ATL | NL | 2 | 4 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.0 | 42 | 12 | 21 | 23 | 3.18 | -260.8 |
| 2009 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 24 | 14 | 11 | 4 | 9.95 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 179 | 17 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.118 | 0.211 | 0.176 | 0.387 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 60 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | ATL | NL | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | ATL | NL | 72 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | ATL | NL | 33 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | TBR | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 179 | 6 | 11 | 27 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MIL | P | 60 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | ATL | P | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | ATL | P | 72 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | ATL | P | 33 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 | TBA | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 179 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ATL | NL | $437,500 |
| 2008 | ATL | NL | $400,000 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,137,500 | ||