Jack Cassel
Born: 8/8/1980 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-08-10 | Final Game: 2008-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Joseph Buren Cassel
Biography
Jack Cassel was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2007 to 2010. Known for his competitive spirit and dedication on the mound, Cassel's career spanned parts of four seasons, with notable appearances in both the 2007 and 2008 seasons. He concluded his career with a record of 2-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.92, demonstrating his ability to navigate through challenging lineups while contributing to his teams' pitching staff.
Throughout his time in the league, Cassel recorded a total of 25 strikeouts, showcasing his capability to get batters out with precision and skill. Although he did not register any saves, his role as a pitcher reflected the dynamics of a transitional era in baseball, where players like him were often used in various relief situations. Cassel's journey through the majors, while brief, contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the late 2000s, a period marked by a shift in pitching strategies and player development.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 15 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 53.0 | 68 | 29 | 6 | 13 | 25 | 4.92 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SDP | NL | 1 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 30 | 10 | 5 | 11 | 3.97 | - |
| 2008 | HOU | NL | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.3 | 38 | 19 | 8 | 14 | 5.64 | -700.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 17 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.176 | 0.176 | 0.176 | 0.353 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SDP | NL | 6 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | HOU | NL | 9 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 15 | 7 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SDN | P | 6 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | HOU | P | 9 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 15 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Pierce College | Woodland Hills | CA | 2000 |
| Loyola Marymount University | Los Angeles | CA | 1999 |