Jeff Harris
Born: 7/4/1974 in Alameda, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2005-08-02 | Final Game: 2006-04-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jeffrey Austin Harris
Biography
Jeff Harris, born in 1974, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2006. Known for his competitive spirit on the mound, Harris made a brief yet notable mark in the league during his career. He finished with a win-loss record of 2-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.26 over his time in the majors. Harris displayed a capacity for generating strikeouts, totaling 26 during his appearances, although he did not register any saves in his career.
Harris's playing style reflected the evolving nature of pitching during the mid-2000s, an era characterized by a mix of traditional pitching strategies and the emerging emphasis on specialized roles within bullpens. While his time in the spotlight was limited, Harris's contributions to the teams he played for demonstrated the challenges faced by pitchers trying to establish themselves in a competitive environment. After his tenure in the major leagues, Harris retired, leaving behind a legacy that resonates with those who appreciate the perseverance and determination inherent in professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5 | 14 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 57.0 | 51 | 27 | 9 | 20 | 26 | 4.26 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | SEA | AL | 2 | 5 | 11 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 53.7 | 48 | 25 | 20 | 25 | 4.19 | -1713.6 |
| 2006 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5.40 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | SEA | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | SEA | AL | 3 | 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 | 14 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | SEA | P | 11 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 | SEA | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SEA | AL | $332,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $332,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contra Costa College | San Pablo | CA | 1993, 1994 |
| University of San Francisco | San Francisco | CA | 1995 |