Damian Moss
Born: 11/24/1976 in Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia
MLB Debut: 2001-04-26 | Final Game: 2004-04-29
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 187 lbs
Full name: Damian Joseph Moss
Biography
Damian Moss, born in 1976, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2001 to 2004. Making his debut during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, Moss showcased his skills amidst the evolving dynamics of the game in the early 2000s. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 22 wins and 19 losses, reflecting a competitive spirit on the mound. With an earned run average (ERA) of 4.5, he displayed a capacity to manage opposing hitters effectively, contributing to his team's efforts during crucial matchups.
Moss recorded a total of 204 strikeouts throughout his career, highlighting his ability to overpower batters with his pitching repertoire. While he did not record any saves, his role as a starter allowed him to play a pivotal part in games, often setting the tone for his team's performance. Though his time in the league was brief, Moss's contributions on the field were notable during a period marked by various challenges and changes in the sport, including the ongoing discussions surrounding performance-enhancing drugs and their impact on player statistics. His journey in Major League Baseball remains a reflection of the dedication and talent required to succeed at the highest levels of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 19 | 74 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 361.7 | 340 | 181 | 47 | 195 | 204 | 4.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ATL | NL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 8 | 3.00 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | ATL | NL | 12 | 6 | 33 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 179.0 | 140 | 68 | 89 | 111 | 3.42 | -2266.4 |
| 2003 | BAL | AL | 1 | 5 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.7 | 63 | 35 | 29 | 22 | 6.22 | -3730.4 |
| 2003 | SFG | NL | 9 | 7 | 21 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 115.0 | 121 | 60 | 63 | 57 | 4.70 | - |
| 2004 | TBR | AL | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 6 | 16.88 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 80 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 37 | 0.150 | 0.209 | 0.163 | 0.372 | -536.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ATL | NL | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | ATL | NL | 33 | 50 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 0.100 | -536.2 |
| 2003 | BAL | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | SFG | NL | 21 | 29 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0.241 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TBR | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | NLDS1 | ATL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | NLDS1 | ATL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 74 | 61 | 11 | 63 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ATL | P | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | ATL | P | 33 | 29 | 5 | 37 | 2 | 3 |
| 2003 | BAL | P | 10 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | SFN | P | 21 | 20 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TBA | P | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 74 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | TBA | AL | $850,000 |
| 2003 | SFN | NL | $1,550,000 |
| 2002 | ATL | NL | $215,000 |
| 1998 | ATL | NL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,785,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 5th | 12.0 | 160 | 0 |