Jeff Farnsworth
Born: 10/6/1975 in Wichita, KS, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-04-03 | Final Game: 2002-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jeffrey Ellis Farnsworth
Biography
Jeff Farnsworth, born in 1975, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2002 to 2004. Known for his right-handed throwing and competitive spirit, Farnsworth made a mark during a period characterized by high offensive output and the emergence of power hitters. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 2-3, an earned run average (ERA) of 5.79, and achieved 28 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite facing challenging competition.
Farnsworth's time in the majors was relatively brief, but he contributed to his teams with versatility as a pitcher. Although he did not record any saves, his role as a reliever involved entering critical game situations, often tasked with maintaining leads or mitigating damage. His career unfolded during the early 2000s, an era marked by significant changes in the game, including debates about player performance and the use of performance-enhancing substances. Despite the brevity of his MLB tenure, Farnsworth's journey through professional baseball reflected the aspirations and challenges faced by many pitchers of his generation.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.0 | 100 | 45 | 6 | 29 | 28 | 5.79 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | DET | AL | 2 | 3 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.0 | 100 | 45 | 29 | 28 | 5.79 | -580.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | DET | AL | 44 | 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 | 44 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | DET | P | 44 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 44 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | DET | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $200,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Florida State College | Niceville | FL | 1996 |
| University of West Florida | Pensacola | FL | 1995 |