Joe Kraemer
Born: 9/10/1964 in Olympia, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-08-22 | Final Game: 1990-06-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Joseph Wayne Kraemer
Biography
Joe Kraemer, born in 1964, was a professional baseball player who took the field as a position player during a brief career that spanned from 1989 to 1990. Despite the challenges he faced in making a lasting impact on the game, Kraemer's journey through Major League Baseball exemplified the determination and dedication that define many players of his era. He played a total of 19 games in the majors, showcasing the competitive nature of baseball during a time marked by expanding rosters and the increasing importance of specialized roles.
Throughout his time in the league, Kraemer recorded 0 hits, 0 home runs, and 0 runs batted in, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. While these statistics reflect a challenging stint in the big leagues, they also highlight the fierce competition and high stakes of professional baseball. Players like Kraemer, who strive to make their mark at the highest level, often face uphill battles, and his experience serves as a reminder of the myriad paths within the sport. After his last appearance on June 25, 1990, Kraemer left the game, but his story remains part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.7 | 38 | 22 | 2 | 16 | 21 | 6.91 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CHC | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 4.91 | - |
| 1990 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 31 | 20 | 14 | 16 | 7.20 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CHC | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | CHC | NL | 18 | 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 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CHN | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CHN | P | 18 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 19 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | CHN | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $100,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State University | Portland | OR | 1985 |
| Lower Columbia College | Longview | WA | 1983 |