Reid Cornelius
Born: 6/2/1970 in Thomasville, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-04-29 | Final Game: 2000-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Jonathan Reid Cornelius
Biography
Reid Cornelius was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2000. Born in 1970, Cornelius made his debut during an era characterized by a shift towards offensive dominance in the sport, which saw pitchers often facing challenging conditions. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 8-17, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.91. He struck out a total of 101 batters, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters despite not recording any saves throughout his time in the league.
Cornelius's playing style was marked by a competitive spirit and adaptability, traits that were essential for pitchers navigating the high-scoring games typical of the late 1990s. Though his overall win-loss record may not reflect a standout career, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, particularly in situations where pitching depth was crucial. Following his retirement, Cornelius's journey through the majors remains a testament to the dedication and resilience required to compete at the highest level of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 17 | 45 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 211.0 | 226 | 115 | 30 | 85 | 101 | 4.91 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | WSN | NL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 8.00 | - |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | 3 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 57.7 | 64 | 33 | 25 | 35 | 5.15 | -867.1 |
| 1999 | MIA | NL | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 16 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 3.26 | - |
| 2000 | MIA | NL | 4 | 10 | 22 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 125.0 | 135 | 67 | 50 | 50 | 4.82 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 | 62 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0.129 | 0.129 | 0.161 | 0.290 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | WSN | NL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | 10 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | MIA | NL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | MIA | NL | 23 | 37 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0.135 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 45 | 33 | 15 | 43 | 1 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MON | P | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | NYN | P | 10 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 2 |
| 1999 | FLO | P | 5 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | FLO | P | 22 | 21 | 8 | 26 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 45 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NYN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $109,000 | ||