Jung Bong
Born: 7/15/1980 in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
MLB Debut: 2002-04-23 | Final Game: 2004-06-20
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Jung Keun Bong
Biography
Jung Bong was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2002 to 2004. Born in 1980, Bong made his debut during a period marked by a transition in the game, where pitching styles began to adapt to the increasing emphasis on power hitting. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 7 wins and 4 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.17, showcasing his potential as a capable arm in the bullpen and rotation.
Throughout his time in the majors, Bong recorded 62 strikeouts and notched 1 save, indicating his ability to handle pressure situations despite the challenges he faced in a competitive era. His contributions to the teams he played for demonstrated the importance of versatility on the mound, as he adapted to various roles as required. Although his playing career was relatively brief, Jung Bong remains a notable figure for fans of the game, representing the perseverance and skill necessary to reach the highest level of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 4 | 48 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 78.3 | 81 | 45 | 11 | 43 | 62 | 5.17 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | ATL | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 7.50 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | ATL | NL | 6 | 2 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 57.0 | 56 | 32 | 31 | 47 | 5.05 | -784.4 |
| 2004 | CIN | NL | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 17 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 4.70 | -634.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.083 | 0.000 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | ATL | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | ATL | NL | 44 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | CIN | NL | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 48 | 4 | 3 | 18 | 0 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | ATL | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | ATL | P | 44 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 4 |
| 2004 | CIN | P | 3 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 48 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | CIN | NL | $340,000 |
| 2003 | ATL | NL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $640,000 | ||