Joe Nossek
Born: 11/8/1940 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1964-04-18 | Final Game: 1970-09-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: Joseph Rudolph Nossek
Biography
Joe Nossek, born in 1940, was a professional baseball player who played from 1964 to 1970. Primarily serving as a position player, Nossek had a career that spanned parts of seven seasons in Major League Baseball. During his time in the league, he appeared in 295 games, showcasing his versatility and determination on the field. Nossek recorded 132 hits, which included 3 home runs and 53 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .228. He also demonstrated his speed on the bases, accumulating 8 stolen bases throughout his time in the majors.
Nossek played in an era marked by the transition from the deadball style of play to the more offensive-minded approaches that would characterize the game in the years following his retirement. While his individual statistics may not have placed him among the game's elite, Nossek was known for his solid defensive skills and his ability to contribute to his teams in various roles. He left a lasting impression on those who watched him play, particularly for his tenacity and dedication to the sport during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 295 | 579 | 47 | 132 | 25 | 4 | 3 | 53 | 8 | 19 | 72 | 0.228 | 0.252 | 0.301 | 0.552 | -1859.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | MIN | AL | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | MIN | AL | 87 | 170 | 19 | 37 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 2 | 7 | 22 | 0.218 | -599.8 |
| 1966 | KC1 | AL | 87 | 230 | 13 | 60 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 27 | 4 | 8 | 21 | 0.261 | -395.5 |
| 1966 | MIN | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | -395.5 |
| 1967 | KC1 | AL | 87 | 166 | 12 | 34 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 26 | 0.205 | -863.6 |
| 1969 | OAK | AL | 13 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | STL | NL | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | STL | NL | 1 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 20 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | WS | MIN | 6 | 20 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 10 | 8 | 8 | 25 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 206 | 127 | 339 | 11 | 7 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | MIN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | MIN | 3B | 9 | 8 | 8 | 25 | 2 | 0 |
| 1965 | MIN | OF | 48 | 25 | 64 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1966 | KC1 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | KC1 | OF | 78 | 59 | 161 | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| 1966 | MIN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | KC1 | OF | 63 | 41 | 105 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1969 | OAK | OF | 12 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 10 |
| Left Field | 57 |
| Center Field | 149 |
| Right Field | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio University | Athens | OH | 1960, 1961 |