Jason Middlebrook
Born: 6/26/1975 in Jackson, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-09-17 | Final Game: 2003-05-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Jason Douglas Middlebrook
Biography
Jason Middlebrook, born in 1975, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2001 to 2003. Known for his versatility on the mound, Middlebrook played a significant role during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, characterized by the increasing emphasis on offense and the evolution of pitching strategies. He made a mark as a reliable arm in the bullpen, contributing to his teams with a career record of 4-4 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.33.
Throughout his time in the majors, Middlebrook recorded a total of 55 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to generate swings and misses. While he did not achieve any saves during his career, his presence was felt as he navigated the challenges of competing at the highest level. Middlebrook's journey through the league exemplified the experiences of many pitchers of his era, who balanced the pressures of performance with the evolving dynamics of the game. After his retirement on May 15, 2003, he left behind a legacy that reflects the dedication and resilience required to succeed in professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 24 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 77.7 | 75 | 46 | 8 | 36 | 55 | 5.33 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.3 | 18 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 5.12 | - |
| 2002 | NYN | NL | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.0 | 13 | 7 | 7 | 14 | 3.94 | 377.6 |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 1 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.3 | 31 | 20 | 15 | 28 | 5.09 | - |
| 2003 | NYN | NL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 10.29 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.167 | 0.211 | 0.167 | 0.377 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | NYN | NL | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 12 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | NYN | NL | 5 | 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 | 24 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | SDN | P | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | NYN | P | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | SDN | P | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | NYN | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 24 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1994, 1995, 1996 |