Josh Outman
Born: 9/14/1984 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-09-02 | Final Game: 2014-09-19
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Joshua Stephen Outman
Biography
Josh Outman was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1984, who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 2008 to 2014. Known for his left-handed pitching and a dynamic presence on the mound, Outman played in a competitive era characterized by a focus on power hitting and advanced analytics. He began his MLB career with the Oakland Athletics, where he showcased his skills and quickly gained attention for his striking ability and competitive spirit.
Over the course of his career, Outman compiled a record of 16-11 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.43. He recorded a total of 226 strikeouts, demonstrating his capacity to overpower hitters and contribute vital innings for his teams. While he did not register any saves during his time in the majors, his role as a reliable pitcher was crucial for the bullpens he joined. Outman's contributions were particularly valued in middle relief and as a spot starter, exemplifying the adaptability required of pitchers during this era of the game. After his retirement, he left behind a legacy of perseverance and skill that resonated with fans and aspiring athletes alike.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 11 | 161 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 274.3 | 276 | 135 | 28 | 115 | 226 | 4.43 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | OAK | AL | 1 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.7 | 34 | 13 | 8 | 19 | 4.56 | 643.1 |
| 2009 | OAK | AL | 4 | 1 | 14 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 67.3 | 53 | 26 | 25 | 53 | 3.48 | -89.7 |
| 2011 | OAK | AL | 3 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 58.3 | 62 | 24 | 23 | 35 | 3.70 | 63.1 |
| 2012 | COL | NL | 1 | 3 | 27 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40.7 | 47 | 37 | 20 | 40 | 8.19 | -846.8 |
| 2013 | COL | NL | 3 | 0 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 54.0 | 56 | 26 | 23 | 53 | 4.33 | 838.0 |
| 2014 | CLE | AL | 4 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 22 | 9 | 16 | 24 | 3.28 | -929.5 |
| 2014 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 162 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0.042 | 0.080 | 0.042 | 0.122 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | OAK | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | OAK | AL | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | OAK | AL | 13 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | COL | NL | 28 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | COL | NL | 61 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | CLE | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | NYY | AL | 9 | 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 | 161 | 32 | 11 | 34 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | OAK | P | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | OAK | P | 14 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | OAK | P | 13 | 9 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 | COL | P | 27 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | COL | P | 61 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | CLE | P | 31 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | NYA | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 161 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CLE | AL | $1,250,000 |
| 2012 | COL | NL | $482,000 |
| 2010 | OAK | AL | $410,000 |
| 2009 | OAK | AL | $400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,542,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Central Missouri | Warrensburg | MO | 2005 |
| St. Louis Community College - Forest Park Campus | St. Louis | MO | 2003, 2004 |