J. J. Matijevic, baseball player, 2022-2022

J. J. Matijevic

Born: 11/14/1995 in Latrobe, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 2022-04-22 | Final Game: 2022-09-09

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 206 lbs

Full name: Joseph John Matijevic

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Biography

J. J. Matijevic, born in 1995, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from April 22, 2022, to September 9, 2022. During his brief career, he played primarily as a position player, appearing in 32 games. Matijevic showcased his potential with a total of 14 hits, including 2 home runs, and he contributed 5 RBIs to his team. His batting average stood at .209, and he also recorded 1 stolen base, highlighting his speed on the basepaths. Despite a short stint in the majors, Matijevic's presence in the league came during a time of evolving player dynamics and the increasing emphasis on power hitting. His journey through the baseball ranks was marked by his determination and skill, reflecting the challenges faced by many players striving to establish themselves in a competitive environment. Though his career was limited in duration, Matijevic's contributions to the game and his experience in the major leagues remain a notable chapter in his baseball narrative.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
32 67 7 14 2 0 2 5 1 2 25 0.209 0.254 0.328 0.582 -196.5

Career AVG .209 vs. league average .243 across their career seasons — 13.9% below league average.

Career OBP .254 vs. league average .312 across their career seasons — 18.6% below league average.

Career SLG .328 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — 16.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.582 vs. league average 0.706 across their career seasons — 17.6% 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
2022 HOU AL 32 67 7 14 2 0 2 5 1 2 25 0.209 .242 (-14%) .311 (-19%) .394 (-17%) .706 (-18%) -196.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 10 6 36 1 0 2
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2022 HOU 1B 10 6 36 1 0 2
2022 HOU OF 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 10
Left Field 1
Designated Hitter 12