Jason Grabowski
Born: 5/24/1976 in New Haven, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-09-22 | Final Game: 2005-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Jason William Grabowski
Biography
Jason Grabowski, born in 1976, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2002 to 2005. Primarily serving as a position player, Grabowski played a total of 190 games over the course of his career. He is remembered for his contributions on the field, where he recorded 59 hits, 11 home runs, and 33 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of 0.196. Known for his versatility, Grabowski also showcased his speed with a single stolen base during his tenure in the league.
Grabowski's career unfolded during a period characterized by the offensive explosion of the early 2000s, a time when power hitters were increasingly dominating the game. Although he did not achieve the same level of success as some of his contemporaries, his journey through the majors reflected the challenges faced by many players striving to establish themselves amidst intense competition. After concluding his career on October 2, 2005, Grabowski's time in baseball remains a testament to the perseverance required to compete at the highest level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 190 | 301 | 35 | 59 | 8 | 1 | 11 | 33 | 1 | 33 | 85 | 0.196 | 0.275 | 0.339 | 0.613 | -1090.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | OAK | AL | 4 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | OAK | AL | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | LAD | NL | 113 | 173 | 18 | 38 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 20 | 0 | 19 | 50 | 0.220 | -382.7 |
| 2005 | LAD | NL | 65 | 112 | 14 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 29 | 0.161 | -707.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 70 | 48 | 87 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | OAK | OF | 4 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | OAK | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | OAK | OF | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | LAN | 1B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | LAN | OF | 31 | 23 | 42 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | LAN | 1B | 3 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | LAN | OF | 32 | 22 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 62 |
| Right Field | 10 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | LAN | NL | $327,000 |
| 2004 | LAN | NL | $301,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $628,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut | Storrs | CT | 1995, 1996, 1997 |