Jaff Decker
Born: 2/23/1990 in Phoenix, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-06-20 | Final Game: 2017-05-08
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jaff Kyle Decker
Biography
Jaff Decker, born in 1990, was a professional baseball player who graced Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2017. Primarily known as a position player, Decker played a total of 77 games during his brief career. He made his MLB debut on June 20, 2013, and showcased his skills in the outfield and at the plate before concluding his career on May 8, 2017. Despite facing challenges at the plate, evidenced by a batting average of .174, Decker contributed to his teams with a notable combination of speed and agility, accumulating 2 stolen bases alongside 28 hits and 1 home run.
Decker's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a focus on power hitting and advanced analytics. While his offensive numbers may not have reflected the typical expectations of a major league slugger, his versatility and approach to the game remained an important aspect of his playing style. Decker's journey through the majors serves as a reminder of the many paths athletes take in professional baseball, underscoring the competitive nature of the sport and the dedication required to reach the highest level, even when statistical success is elusive.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | 161 | 16 | 28 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 22 | 47 | 0.174 | 0.274 | 0.236 | 0.510 | -589.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | SDP | NL | 13 | 26 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | PIT | NL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | PIT | NL | 23 | 28 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | TBR | AL | 19 | 52 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 14 | 0.154 | -424.2 |
| 2017 | OAK | AL | 17 | 50 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 17 | 0.200 | -165.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 50 | 38 | 84 | 8 | 4 | 2 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | SDN | OF | 8 | 7 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | PIT | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | PIT | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | PIT | OF | 9 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2016 | TBA | OF | 16 | 12 | 28 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | OAK | OF | 15 | 15 | 33 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Left Field | 18 |
| Center Field | 16 |
| Right Field | 20 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | PIT | NL | $510,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $510,000 | ||