Eric Junge
Born: 1/5/1977 in Manhasset, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-09-11 | Final Game: 2003-05-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Eric DeBari Junge
Biography
Eric Junge was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2002 to 2003. Born in 1977, Junge made his mark in the Major Leagues during a competitive era characterized by a focus on power hitting and the evolution of pitching strategies. He played for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, showcasing his talent primarily as a starter.
Over his brief career, Junge compiled a record of 2-0 with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.21, reflecting his effectiveness on the mound. He recorded a total of 16 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to overpower hitters despite limited opportunities. Although he did not register any saves, his performance during his time in the majors highlighted his potential and adaptability as a pitcher. Junge's contributions, albeit short-lived, are a testament to the depth of talent that characterized Major League Baseball during the early 2000s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.3 | 19 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 16 | 2.21 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | PHI | NL | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 14 | 2 | 5 | 11 | 1.42 | 593.3 |
| 2003 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 3.52 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | PHI | NL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | PHI | NL | 6 | 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 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | PHI | P | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | PHI | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | PHI | NL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $300,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucknell University | Lewisburg | PA | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 |