J. R. House
Born: 11/11/1979 in Charleston, WV, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-09-27 | Final Game: 2008-08-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: James Rodger House
Biography
J. R. House was a professional baseball player born in 1979 who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2003 until 2008. Primarily known as a position player, House's career encompassed a total of 32 games, during which he recorded 10 hits and hit 3 home runs, driving in 4 runs and finishing with a batting average of .167. Though his time in the big leagues was relatively brief, House was noted for his versatility and potential, reflecting the evolving nature of player roles during the mid-2000s.
House's career unfolded in an era marked by significant changes in the game, from the infusion of younger talent to the increasing focus on power hitting. While he did not achieve widespread acclaim, his contributions during his time in the majors provided valuable experience and depth to the teams he played for. After his retirement on August 19, 2008, House remained involved in the baseball community, reflecting the lasting impact that even short careers can have on the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 60 | 6 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 0.167 | 0.206 | 0.367 | 0.573 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | PIT | NL | 5 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | HOU | NL | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | BAL | AL | 19 | 38 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | HOU | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 15 | 8 | 58 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | PIT | C | 3 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | HOU | C | 3 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | HOU | 1B | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | BAL | C | 9 | 5 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | BAL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | BAL | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 15 |
| First Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |