Javier Martinez
Born: 2/5/1977 in Bayamon, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1998-04-02 | Final Game: 1998-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Javier Antonio Martinez
Biography
Javier Martinez, born in 1977, was a position player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, spanning from April 2, 1998, to September 27, 1998. During this time, he played in 37 games, although he did not record any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0. Despite the lack of statistical achievements, Martinez's presence on a major league roster during the late 1990s reflects the competitive nature of the era, a time characterized by the emergence of powerful hitters and an evolving approach to the game.
Martinez's journey through professional baseball highlights the challenges faced by players attempting to establish themselves in a highly competitive environment. While he did not achieve personal statistical milestones, his time in the league serves as a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to reach the pinnacle of the sport, representing the countless athletes who strive for success in the world of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 41.0 | 39 | 22 | 5 | 34 | 42 | 4.83 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 41.0 | 39 | 22 | 34 | 42 | 4.83 | -1059.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | PIT | NL | 37 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 37 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | PIT | P | 37 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 37 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | PIT | NL | $0 |
| 1998 | PIT | NL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $170,000 | ||