John Nogowski
Born: 1/5/1993 in Tallahassee, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2020-08-16 | Final Game: 2021-08-15
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 245 lbs
Full name: John Francis Nogowski
Biography
John Nogowski, born in 1993, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2020 to 2021. Known for his versatility on the field, Nogowski showcased his skills primarily with the St. Louis Cardinals and later with the Tampa Bay Rays. Over the course of his brief MLB career, he appeared in 53 games, during which he recorded 31 hits, including one home run, while driving in 14 runs. His batting average stood at .233, reflecting a solid, if not extraordinary, performance in the competitive landscape of professional baseball.
Nogowski's playing style was characterized by a disciplined approach at the plate, which allowed him to contribute effectively during his time with the teams he represented. Despite limited opportunities, he made a mark as a reliable bench player and a valuable asset to his teammates. His career unfolded during a modern era of baseball that emphasized power hitting and analytics, yet Nogowski's ability to put the bat on the ball highlighted the continuing importance of contact hitting in the game. Although his time in the majors was short-lived, he remains a part of baseball history, illustrating the journey and challenges faced by players striving to make their mark in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 15.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53 | 133 | 14 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 12 | 23 | 0.233 | 0.299 | 0.308 | 0.608 | -122.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | STL | NL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | PIT | NL | 33 | 111 | 12 | 29 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 11 | 20 | 0.261 | -122.2 |
| 2021 | STL | NL | 19 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.056 | -122.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 33 | 29 | 190 | 14 | 0 | 26 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | SLN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | PIT | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | PIT | 1B | 29 | 28 | 178 | 13 | 0 | 26 |
| 2021 | PIT | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | SLN | 1B | 3 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 3 |
| First Base | 33 |
| Right Field | 1 |