Eric Knott
Born: 9/23/1974 in Harvey, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-09-01 | Final Game: 2003-08-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 188 lbs
Full name: Eric James Knott
Biography
Eric Knott, born in 1974, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2003. Known for his competitive spirit and tenacity on the mound, Knott made his mark during a transitional period in baseball characterized by increasing offensive production. Throughout his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 1-3 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.5, showcasing his ability to navigate through challenging lineups.
Over the course of his brief career, Knott struck out 21 batters, demonstrating his capacity to overpower hitters at times. While he did not register any saves, his contributions to his team were significant, particularly in a league that was evolving with a greater emphasis on power hitting. Though his time in the majors was limited, Knott's dedication to the sport and his role as a pitcher during the early 2000s left an imprint on the teams he played for, marking him as a part of baseball's rich tapestry during that era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | 31 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 21 | 4.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | AZ | NL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.7 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1.93 | - |
| 2003 | WSN | NL | 1 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 23 | 11 | 6 | 17 | 5.12 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | AZ | NL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | WSN | NL | 13 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 16 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ARI | P | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | MON | P | 13 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 16 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stetson University | DeLand | FL | 1996, 1997 |