Matt Palmer
Born: 3/21/1979 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-08-16 | Final Game: 2012-05-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 235 lbs
Full name: Jonathan Matt Palmer
Biography
Matt Palmer was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1979, who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 2008 and 2012. Known for his versatility on the mound, Palmer played for several teams during his career, showcasing a solid performance that culminated in a career record of 13 wins and 7 losses. With an earned run average of 4.56, he demonstrated the ability to handle the pressures of professional baseball, striking out 98 batters over the course of his playing days.
Palmer's career unfolded during a period characterized by an evolving approach to pitching, as teams increasingly relied on specialized roles and analytics to shape their strategies. Although he did not record any saves, his contributions to his teams were significant in various pitching roles. Palmer's journey through the game illustrated the challenges faced by pitchers in the modern era, and his resilience on the mound earned him respect among his peers and baseball fans alike. Retiring in 2012, he left behind a legacy reflective of the competitive spirit and determination found in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 7 | 63 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 185.3 | 181 | 94 | 15 | 94 | 98 | 4.56 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SFG | NL | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 17 | 12 | 13 | 3 | 8.53 | - |
| 2009 | LAA | AL | 11 | 2 | 40 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 121.3 | 105 | 53 | 55 | 69 | 3.93 | -1189.1 |
| 2010 | LAA | AL | 1 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.7 | 38 | 17 | 20 | 17 | 4.54 | -209.1 |
| 2011 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.7 | 19 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 5.74 | 335.2 |
| 2012 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.200 | 0.273 | 0.200 | 0.473 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SFG | NL | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | LAA | AL | 40 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | LAA | AL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | LAA | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | SDP | NL | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ALCS | LAA | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 13.50 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ALCS | LAA | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 13.50 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 63 | 20 | 13 | 19 | 2 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SFN | P | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | LAA | P | 40 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | LAA | P | 14 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | LAA | P | 3 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | SDN | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 63 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | LAA | AL | $420,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $420,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Rivers Community College | Poplar Bluff | MO | 1999, 2000 |
| Missouri State University | Springfield | MO | 2001, 2002 |