Chad Bentz
Born: 5/5/1980 in Juneau, AK, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-04-07 | Final Game: 2005-06-21
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Chad Robert Bentz
Biography
Chad Bentz, born in 1980, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) during the early 2000s. His career spanned from April 7, 2004, to June 21, 2005, during a period characterized by a dynamic offensive landscape and an increasing emphasis on power hitting. Throughout his time in the league, Bentz appeared in 40 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player.
Despite his limited playing time, Bentz managed to record 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.5. He did not hit any home runs or drive in any runs during his career, and he did not register any stolen bases. While his statistical contributions may not reflect the impact of star players from his era, Bentz's journey through professional baseball exemplified the challenges faced by many athletes striving to make their mark in a highly competitive environment. His brief tenure in the majors remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the numerous players who have aspired to reach the pinnacle of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 3 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29.7 | 31 | 25 | 7 | 23 | 18 | 7.58 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 0 | 3 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.7 | 23 | 18 | 23 | 18 | 5.86 | - |
| 2005 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 31.50 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 36 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | MIA | NL | 4 | 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 | 40 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MON | P | 36 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | FLO | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 40 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MON | NL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $300,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Long Beach | Long Beach | CA | 2000, 2001 |