Josh Osich
Born: 9/3/1988 in Boise, ID, USA
MLB Debut: 2015-07-03 | Final Game: 2021-07-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 235 lbs
Full name: Joshua Michael Osich
Biography
Josh Osich was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2015 to 2021. Born in 1988, he made his Major League Baseball debut with the San Francisco Giants, showcasing a powerful left arm and a distinctive delivery that garnered attention during his time in the league. Osich's career record stood at 13-6, and he accumulated a 5.02 earned run average (ERA) over his playing years. He struck out a total of 199 batters and recorded one save, demonstrating his ability to be a reliable option in high-pressure situations.
Osich's playing style was characterized by a blend of speed and movement, making him a valuable asset in both middle relief and late-inning situations. He was part of a generation of pitchers who faced the challenges of a rapidly evolving game marked by increased offensive output and the emphasis on strikeouts. Despite the competitive landscape, Osich carved out a niche for himself through his tenacity and skill on the mound. His contributions to the teams he played for, particularly the Giants, were felt during a pivotal era in baseball, as teams increasingly relied on specialized relief pitchers to secure victories. After concluding his professional career, Osich left behind a legacy as a dedicated competitor who navigated the complexities of modern baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 6 | 251 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 220.7 | 221 | 123 | 45 | 86 | 199 | 5.02 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | SFG | NL | 2 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.7 | 24 | 7 | 8 | 27 | 2.20 | - |
| 2016 | SFG | NL | 1 | 3 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.3 | 31 | 19 | 19 | 25 | 4.71 | - |
| 2017 | SFG | NL | 3 | 2 | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 43.3 | 48 | 30 | 27 | 43 | 6.23 | - |
| 2018 | SFG | NL | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 20 | 11 | 7 | 10 | 8.25 | - |
| 2019 | CHW | AL | 4 | 0 | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 67.7 | 62 | 35 | 15 | 61 | 4.66 | - |
| 2020 | BOS | AL | 1 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.7 | 16 | 10 | 5 | 20 | 5.74 | -908.7 |
| 2020 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 10.12 | - |
| 2021 | CIN | NL | 2 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 14.3 | 15 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 5.02 | -834.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 251 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | SFG | NL | 35 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | SFG | NL | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | SFG | NL | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | SFG | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | CHW | AL | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | BOS | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | CHC | NL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | CIN | NL | 17 | 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 | 251 | 1 | 19 | 25 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | SFN | P | 35 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | SFN | P | 59 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | SFN | P | 54 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | SFN | P | 12 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | CHA | P | 57 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | BOS | P | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | CHN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CIN | P | 17 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 251 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | SFN | NL | $512,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $512,500 | ||