Ben Ford, baseball player, 1998-2004

Ben Ford

Born: 8/15/1975 in Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

MLB Debut: 1998-08-20 | Final Game: 2004-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Benjamin Cooper Ford

Biography

Ben Ford, born in 1975, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1998 to 2004. He made his Major League Baseball debut during a period marked by significant offensive output and evolving pitching strategies. Ford played for several teams, although his tenure in the majors was relatively brief. Over the course of his career, he accumulated a record of 1-2 and registered an earned run average (ERA) of 7.8, reflecting the challenges he faced on the mound during his time in the league. Throughout his career, Ford struck out 23 batters and did not record any saves, highlighting his role primarily as a pitcher who often faced difficulties in securing victories. Despite the ups and downs of his performance, Ford's presence in the game contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball during the early 2000s, an era characterized by high-scoring games and a focus on power hitting. His journey serves as a reminder of the many players who strive to make their mark in a highly competitive environment.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
1 2 31 2 0 0 0 45.0 52 39 7 20 23 7.80 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
31 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 31 2 0 5 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 31

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2004 MIL NL $310,000
1998 ARI NL $170,000
Total Career Earnings $480,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Indian Hills Community College Centerville IA 1994