Chad Jenkins
Born: 12/22/1987 in Chattanooga, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 2012-08-07 | Final Game: 2015-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Stephen Chadwick Jenkins
Biography
Chad Jenkins was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1987, who played in Major League Baseball from 2012 until his retirement in 2015. Known for his strong command and ability to induce ground balls, Jenkins made a notable impact during his time with the Toronto Blue Jays. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 3-4 and maintained an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.31. Jenkins recorded a total of 51 strikeouts, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound despite not recording any saves.
Jenkins's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the increasing emphasis on analytics and advanced pitching techniques. His ability to mix pitches and control games reflected the evolving strategies of the era. While his time in the majors was relatively brief, Jenkins's contributions to his team's pitching staff and his potential as a reliable option in the bullpen were recognized by fans and analysts alike. After concluding his career on October 1, 2015, Jenkins left behind a legacy as a skilled pitcher who navigated the challenges of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4 | 46 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 100.7 | 100 | 37 | 11 | 26 | 51 | 3.31 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | TOR | AL | 1 | 3 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32.0 | 32 | 16 | 11 | 16 | 4.50 | -995.6 |
| 2013 | TOR | AL | 1 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 | 31 | 10 | 6 | 15 | 2.70 | -69.1 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | 1 | 1 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31.7 | 34 | 9 | 6 | 18 | 2.56 | 208.0 |
| 2015 | TOR | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 4.91 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | TOR | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | TOR | AL | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | TOR | AL | 2 | 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 | 46 | 6 | 8 | 20 | 2 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | TOR | P | 13 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | TOR | P | 10 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| 2014 | TOR | P | 21 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 | TOR | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 46 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennesaw State University | Kennesaw | GA | 2007, 2008, 2009 |