Chris Pettit, baseball player, 2009-2011

Chris Pettit

Born: 8/15/1984 in Pasadena, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2009-09-11 | Final Game: 2011-04-08

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Christopher Michael Pettit

Biography

Chris Pettit was a professional baseball player born in 1984, whose career spanned from 2009 to 2011. Primarily a position player, Pettit made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief tenure that included 11 games. He played with a batting average of 0.286, showcasing his potential during his limited opportunities at the plate. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his ability to get on base demonstrated his skills as a hitter, albeit in a small sample size. Pettit's career unfolded during a period marked by the rising importance of analytics in the game, where players' contributions were increasingly measured beyond traditional statistics. While his time in the majors was short-lived, Pettit’s journey reflects the challenges and competitiveness of breaking into professional baseball, where numerous talented players vie for a limited number of roster spots. His experience in the sport serves as a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to reach the highest levels of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
11 7 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.286 0.286 0.286 0.571 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 5 0 4 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 2
Right Field 4
Designated Hitter 3

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2011 LAA AL $414,000
2010 LAA AL $400,000
Total Career Earnings $814,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles CA 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006