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
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | AZ | NL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 9.90 | - |
| 2000 | NYY | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 9.00 | - |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 1 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | 25 | 17 | 10 | 13 | 6.38 | -704.2 |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | AZ | NL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | NYY | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 19 | 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 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | ARI | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | NYA | P | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIL | P | 19 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
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 |