Joey Nation
Born: 9/28/1978 in Oklahoma City, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-09-23 | Final Game: 2000-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Joseph Paul Nation
Biography
Joey Nation was a professional baseball player born in 1978 who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) during a brief career spanning from September 23 to September 28, 2000. Despite the short duration of his time in the league, Nation made an impact with his performance, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.5 over the course of 2 games. He recorded 2 hits, showcasing his potential at the plate in a limited opportunity.
Although Nation did not achieve significant statistical milestones during his time in the majors, his presence in the game during the early 2000s placed him in a transitional period of baseball history, characterized by an increasing emphasis on offensive production and the rise of power hitters. His journey through the ranks of professional baseball serves as a testament to the many players who contribute to the sport, often with only fleeting moments in the spotlight.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 6.94 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | CHC | NL | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 12 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 6.94 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | CHC | NL | 2 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | CHN | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |