Taylor Jordan
Born: 1/17/1989 in Merritt Island, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-06-29 | Final Game: 2015-07-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Taylor Joseph Jordan
Biography
Taylor Jordan, born in 1989, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 2013 and 2015. He played primarily for the Washington Nationals, where he showcased his potential on the mound during a pivotal time for the franchise as they aimed to establish themselves as contenders in the National League. Jordan's career began with promise, and he made his debut on June 29, 2013, quickly becoming known for his competitive spirit and determination.
Throughout his career, Jordan recorded a win-loss record of 1-8 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.48 over his time in the league. He accumulated a total of 57 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to challenge hitters and contribute to his team's pitching rotation. While he did not finish with any saves, his efforts in various starting and relief roles helped the Nationals during a transformative era for the franchise. Despite facing challenges, Jordan's time in the majors reflected the struggles and aspirations of a young player trying to carve out a lasting legacy in baseball. He retired on July 18, 2015, leaving behind a story of perseverance in the competitive world of professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 94.3 | 113 | 47 | 6 | 25 | 57 | 4.48 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | WAS | NL | 1 | 3 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 51.7 | 59 | 21 | 11 | 29 | 3.66 | 486.2 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | 0 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.7 | 34 | 16 | 8 | 17 | 5.61 | -487.2 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.0 | 20 | 10 | 6 | 11 | 5.29 | 453.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 28 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.179 | 0.179 | 0.179 | 0.357 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | WAS | NL | 9 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | 5 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 18 | 15 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | WAS | P | 9 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | WAS | P | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | WAS | P | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 18 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | WAS | NL | $504,300 |
| Total Career Earnings | $504,300 | ||