Jeff Kobernus, baseball player, 2013-2014

Jeff Kobernus

Born: 6/30/1988 in San Leandro, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2013-05-25 | Final Game: 2014-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Jeffrey Gilbert Kobernus

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Biography

Jeff Kobernus was a professional baseball player born in 1988, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) between 2013 and 2014. His career included stints with the Washington Nationals and the Detroit Tigers, where he showcased his speed and versatility on the field. Known for his athleticism, Kobernus made a brief but notable impact during his time in the majors, appearing in 28 games and contributing with 5 hits, including 1 home run and 1 RBI. His batting average was .139, reflecting the challenges he faced at the plate during his short career. Kobernus was also recognized for his base-running capabilities, recording 3 stolen bases, which highlighted his potential as a disruptive force on the bases. While his major league tenure was limited, Kobernus's journey through professional baseball exemplified the challenges many players face in establishing themselves at the highest level. After retiring, he left behind a legacy as a player who exemplified the competitive spirit and dedication required in the sport, even in a brief career.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
28 36 10 5 0 0 1 1 3 6 7 0.139 0.295 0.222 0.518 0.0

Career AVG .139 vs. league average .252 across their career seasons — 45.0% below league average.

Career OBP .295 vs. league average .316 across their career seasons — 6.4% below league average.

Career SLG .222 vs. league average .391 across their career seasons — 43.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.518 vs. league average 0.707 across their career seasons — 26.8% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2013 WAS NL 24 30 8 5 0 0 1 1 3 5 6 0.167 — — — — 0.0
2014 WAS NL 4 6 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 3 2 1 9 0 4
OF 10 8 13 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2013 WAS OF 10 8 13 0 0 0
2014 WAS 2B 3 2 1 9 0 4

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 3
Left Field 6
Center Field 3
Right Field 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2014 WAS NL $501,000
Total Career Earnings $501,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of California - Berkeley Berkeley CA 2007, 2008, 2009