Matt DeWitt
Born: 9/4/1977 in San Bernardino, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-06-20 | Final Game: 2002-05-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Matthew Brian DeWitt
Biography
Matt DeWitt, born in 1977, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2002. He made his debut on June 20, 2000, and concluded his major league career on May 2, 2002. During his time in the league, DeWitt showcased his skills as a right-handed pitcher, contributing to his teams with a competitive spirit and a desire to excel on the mound.
Throughout his career, DeWitt recorded a win-loss record of 1-3 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.95 over his appearances. He struck out a total of 24 batters during his time in the majors, demonstrating his capability to challenge hitters despite not securing any saves. DeWitt's career came during a transitional period in baseball, as the league was experiencing shifts in pitching strategies and player dynamics, paving the way for future generations of pitchers. While his time in the spotlight was brief, DeWitt remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, remembered for his contributions to the game during the early 2000s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40.0 | 48 | 22 | 7 | 22 | 24 | 4.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | TOR | AL | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 20 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 8.56 | -1269.8 |
| 2001 | TOR | AL | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 22 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 3.79 | -175.7 |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1.23 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | TOR | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | TOR | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 5 | 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 | 29 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | TOR | P | 8 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | TOR | P | 16 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | SDN | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 29 |