Joe Hudson
Born: 9/29/1970 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-06-10 | Final Game: 1998-08-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 173 lbs
Full name: Joseph Paul Hudson
Biography
Joe Hudson, born in 1970, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career spanning from 1995 to 2006. He made his Major League debut during an era characterized by heightened offensive production and the growing influence of analytics in player evaluation. Over his playing career, Hudson compiled a record of 6-7 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.82. He recorded a total of 62 strikeouts and notched 2 saves, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief roles.
Hudson's playing style was marked by a competitive spirit and a willingness to adapt to the evolving landscape of baseball during the late 1990s. While his career statistics may not have placed him among the game's elite, he was a reliable option for teams looking to bolster their pitching staff. His contributions on the mound helped pave the way for future generations of pitchers who would continue to push the boundaries of the game. Following his retirement, Hudson's experiences and insights from his time in the majors offered valuable perspectives on the sport's development during a transformative period.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 7 | 102 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 127.0 | 151 | 68 | 7 | 73 | 62 | 4.82 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 0 | 1 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 46.0 | 53 | 21 | 23 | 29 | 4.11 | 479.5 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | 3 | 5 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 45.0 | 57 | 27 | 32 | 19 | 5.40 | -1141.2 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | 3 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.7 | 39 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 3.53 | 167.8 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 162.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ALDS1 | BOS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ALDS1 | BOS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 102 | 0 | 4 | 22 | 2 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | BOS | P | 39 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | BOS | P | 36 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| 1997 | BOS | P | 26 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 1998 | MIL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 102 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | BOS | AL | $150,000 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $259,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University | Morgantown | WV | 1990, 1991, 1992 |