Jose Parra
Born: 11/28/1972 in Jacagua, Santiago, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1995-05-07 | Final Game: 2004-07-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Jose Miguel Parra
Biography
Jose Parra was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1995 to 2004. Born in 1972, Parra made his Major League debut during an era characterized by high offensive output and the emergence of power hitters. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 7-12 and posted a 6.09 earned run average (ERA). Known for his determination on the mound, Parra accumulated a total of 117 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite the challenges of a competitive league.
Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, Parra contributed to various teams and displayed a resilience that is often celebrated among pitchers. Although he did not secure any saves during his career, his role as a starting pitcher allowed him to impact games in significant ways, particularly in the later innings. Parraโs journey through the league reflects the experiences of many players who navigated the complexities of the game during a period of rapid evolution in baseball strategy and player conditioning.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 12 | 82 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 181.7 | 225 | 123 | 33 | 79 | 117 | 6.09 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | LAD | NL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.3 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 4.35 | - |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 1 | 5 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 61.7 | 83 | 52 | 22 | 29 | 7.59 | -1870.6 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 5 | 5 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70.0 | 88 | 47 | 27 | 50 | 6.04 | -2136.5 |
| 2000 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 6.94 | -649.6 |
| 2002 | AZ | NL | 0 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 13 | 5 | 11 | 8 | 3.21 | - |
| 2004 | NYN | NL | 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 14 | 5 | 6 | 14 | 3.21 | 95.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | .000 | 1.000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | LAD | NL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | PIT | NL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | AZ | NL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | NYN | NL | 13 | 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 | 82 | 19 | 13 | 20 | 2 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | LAN | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | MIN | P | 12 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| 1996 | MIN | P | 27 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2000 | PIT | P | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | ARI | P | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | NYN | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 82 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | MIN | AL | $125,000 |
| 1995 | LAN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $234,000 | ||