Kirt Ojala
Born: 12/24/1968 in Kalamazoo, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-08-18 | Final Game: 1999-05-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Kirt Stanley Ojala
Biography
Kirt Ojala, born in 1968, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 1999. He made his debut on August 18, 1997, and his career concluded on May 4, 1999. Ojala was known for his competitive spirit on the mound, showcasing resilience as he navigated the challenges of pitching in the majors during a time characterized by the offensive explosion of the late 1990s.
Over the course of his career, Ojala compiled a record of 3-10 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.71. He recorded a total of 99 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to miss bats and compete at a high level, even though he did not register any saves. While his statistical achievements may not place him among the most celebrated pitchers of his era, Ojala's journey through professional baseball reflects the tenacity and dedication required to succeed in the sport. His contributions to the teams he played for remain a testament to the pursuit of excellence in the game of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 10 | 56 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 164.3 | 177 | 86 | 19 | 83 | 99 | 4.71 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MIA | NL | 1 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.7 | 28 | 10 | 18 | 19 | 3.14 | - |
| 1998 | MIA | NL | 2 | 7 | 41 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 125.0 | 128 | 59 | 59 | 75 | 4.25 | - |
| 1999 | MIA | NL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 21 | 17 | 6 | 5 | 14.34 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | 33 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.121 | 0.194 | 0.152 | 0.346 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MIA | NL | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | MIA | NL | 41 | 26 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | MIA | NL | 8 | 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 | 56 | 19 | 13 | 28 | 3 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | FLO | P | 7 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | FLO | P | 41 | 13 | 9 | 24 | 3 | 4 |
| 1999 | FLO | P | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 56 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | FLO | NL | $240,000 |
| 1998 | FLO | NL | $225,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $465,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor | MI | 1988, 1989, 1990 |