Hunter Jones
Born: 1/10/1984 in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-04-20 | Final Game: 2010-05-06
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 250 lbs
Full name: David Hunter Jones
Biography
Hunter Jones, born in 1984, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during his brief career from 2009 to 2010. Despite his aspirations and potential, Jones faced significant challenges on the field, ultimately participating in 14 games in Major League Baseball (MLB) without registering a hit, home run, or run batted in, finishing with a batting average of .0. This unique aspect of his career has made him a notable figure in discussions about players who have struggled to find success at the highest level of the sport.
Jones's time in MLB came during an era characterized by both the tail end of the steroid era and the emergence of advanced analytics in baseball. His experiences serve as a reminder of the intense competition within professional baseball, where even talented athletes can find it difficult to make a lasting impact. While his statistical contributions may have been minimal, Jones's journey reflects the dedication and perseverance required to compete at such a high level, underscoring the challenges many players face throughout their careers.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.3 | 16 | 13 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 8.16 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 16 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 9.24 | -739.1 |
| 2010 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.00 | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | MIA | NL | 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 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BOS | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | FLO | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 14 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State University | Tallahassee | FL | 2003, 2004, 2005 |