Jake Esch
Born: 3/27/1990 in St. Paul, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 2016-08-31 | Final Game: 2017-04-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Jacob Otto Esch
Biography
Jake Esch, born in 1990, had a brief career in Major League Baseball that spanned from 2016 to 2017. Primarily serving as a position player, Esch made his mark in the league over a limited number of appearances. He played in just 4 games, during which he recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.2. Despite his limited offensive production, Esch's journey to the majors highlighted the challenges faced by many players striving to make an impact in a highly competitive environment.
Esch's time in the big leagues was characterized by the difficulties of establishing oneself amid a roster of seasoned athletes. While he did not achieve significant statistical milestones, his experience reflects the dedication and perseverance required to reach the pinnacle of professional baseball. As a player from the modern era, Esch's career serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspire to play at the highest level, often facing short tenures yet leaving lasting impressions on the teams and fans they engage with.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 17 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 5.54 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | MIA | NL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 17 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 5.54 | -988.5 |
| 2017 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | MIA | NL | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | SDP | NL | 1 | 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 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | MIA | P | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | SDN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 4 |