Nate Jones
Born: 1/28/1986 in Butler, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 2012-04-08 | Final Game: 2021-06-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Nathan Andrew Jones
Biography
Nate Jones was a professional baseball pitcher who made a notable impact in Major League Baseball from 2012 to 2021. Born in 1986, Jones showcased his skills primarily as a relief pitcher, developing a reputation for his effective fastball and slider combination during his career. He played for teams including the Chicago White Sox, where he spent the majority of his tenure, and was recognized for his ability to strike out hitters, finishing his career with a total of 355 strikeouts. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 22-16 and maintained a solid earned run average (ERA) of 3.45.
Jonesโs career spanned a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a heightened emphasis on bullpen specialization and the evolving role of relief pitchers in game strategy. While he recorded 9 saves, his contributions often extended beyond traditional save situations, as he was frequently called upon to navigate high-leverage innings. His performance on the mound earned him respect among peers and fans alike, making him a valuable asset to his teams throughout his career. After retiring in June 2021, Jones left behind a legacy as a reliable pitcher who adapted to the changing demands of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 16 | 325 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 329.0 | 286 | 126 | 40 | 128 | 355 | 3.45 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | CHW | AL | 8 | 0 | 65 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 71.7 | 67 | 19 | 32 | 65 | 2.39 | - |
| 2013 | CHW | AL | 4 | 5 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 78.0 | 69 | 36 | 26 | 89 | 4.15 | - |
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
| 2015 | CHW | AL | 2 | 2 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 27 | 3.32 | - |
| 2016 | CHW | AL | 5 | 3 | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 70.7 | 48 | 18 | 15 | 80 | 2.29 | - |
| 2017 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 15 | 2.31 | - |
| 2018 | CHW | AL | 2 | 2 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 30.0 | 28 | 10 | 15 | 32 | 3.00 | - |
| 2019 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10.3 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 3.48 | - |
| 2020 | CIN | NL | 0 | 1 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 25 | 13 | 6 | 23 | 6.27 | -488.0 |
| 2021 | ATL | NL | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 7 | 3.48 | -1169.5 |
| 2021 | LAD | NL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 8.31 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 | CHW | AL | 65 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | CHW | AL | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | CHW | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | CHW | AL | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | CHW | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | CHW | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | CHW | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | CIN | NL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | ATL | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | LAD | NL | 8 | 1 | 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 | 325 | 0 | 13 | 35 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | CHA | P | 65 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 | CHA | P | 70 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CHA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | CHA | P | 19 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | CHA | P | 71 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHA | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | CHA | P | 33 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | CHA | P | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | CIN | P | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | ATL | P | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAN | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 325 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHA | AL | $900,000 |
| 2015 | CHA | AL | $660,000 |
| 2013 | CHA | AL | $507,500 |
| 2012 | CHA | AL | $480,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,547,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Kentucky University | Highland Heights | KY | 2005, 2006, 2007 |