Justin Huber
Born: 7/1/1982 in Melbourne, VIC, Australia
MLB Debut: 2005-06-21 | Final Game: 2009-09-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Justin Patrick Huber
Biography
Justin Huber, born in 1982, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2005 until 2009. Primarily serving as a position player, Huber played in a total of 72 games during his career. He showcased his skills primarily as a hitter, recording 36 hits, which included 2 home runs and 15 runs batted in (RBIs). His batting average stood at .224, reflecting the challenges he faced at the plate during his time in the league. Huber also contributed with 1 stolen base, demonstrating a degree of speed and athleticism that added value to his overall game.
Huber played during a transitional period in baseball, where players increasingly emphasized power hitting and offensive production. Despite the difficulties in achieving consistent success at the major league level, Huber's journey through the ranks of baseball serves as a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to compete at the highest levels of the sport. After his career in MLB, he continued to be involved in baseball, leaving a legacy as a player who experienced the challenges and triumphs of the game during his era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 161 | 14 | 36 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 45 | 0.224 | 0.276 | 0.304 | 0.580 | -469.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | KCR | AL | 25 | 78 | 6 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 20 | 0.218 | -395.2 |
| 2006 | KCR | AL | 5 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | KCR | AL | 8 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | SDP | NL | 33 | 61 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 0.246 | -74.3 |
| 2009 | MIN | AL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 20 | 17 | 123 | 8 | 3 | 16 |
| OF | 25 | 19 | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | KCA | 1B | 19 | 17 | 123 | 8 | 3 | 16 |
| 2007 | KCA | OF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | SDN | OF | 22 | 17 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | MIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 20 |
| Left Field | 25 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SDN | NL | $390,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $390,000 | ||