Nate Field
Born: 12/11/1975 in Denver, CO, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-04-12 | Final Game: 2007-04-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Nathan Patrick Field
Biography
Nate Field, born in 1975, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2002 until 2007. Field began his career in the early 2000s, a time marked by the increasing emphasis on power hitting and offensive output, often overshadowing the contributions of pitchers. Over his five-season career, he compiled a record of 4-5, with a 5.13 earned run average (ERA) across his appearances. Known for his ability to strike out batters, Field recorded 72 strikeouts and achieved three saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever.
Field's journey through the major leagues illustrated the challenges faced by pitchers during an era characterized by heightened offensive production. Despite not having overwhelming statistics, his contributions to various teams demonstrated the importance of reliable bullpen options in a game increasingly reliant on specialized pitching roles. After retiring in 2007, Field's career served as a reminder of the hard work and dedication required to navigate the complexities of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 89 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 87.7 | 92 | 50 | 13 | 47 | 72 | 5.13 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 9.00 | - |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 1 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.7 | 19 | 10 | 14 | 19 | 4.15 | - |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 2 | 3 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 44.3 | 40 | 21 | 19 | 30 | 4.26 | - |
| 2005 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 9.45 | - |
| 2006 | COL | NL | 1 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 14 | 4.00 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 27.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 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 | KCR | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | KCR | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | COL | NL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIA | 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 | 89 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | KCA | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | KCA | P | 19 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | KCA | P | 43 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | KCA | P | 7 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | COL | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | FLO | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 89 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | KCA | AL | $327,500 |
| 2004 | KCA | AL | $306,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $634,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hays State University | Hays | KS | 1997, 1998 |
| Barton County Community College | Great Bend | KS | 1995, 1996 |