Adam Pettyjohn
Born: 6/11/1977 in Phoenix, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-07-16 | Final Game: 2008-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Adam Christopher Pettyjohn
Biography
Adam Pettyjohn was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2008. Born in 1977, Pettyjohn made his debut on July 16, 2001, and played in the league until his final appearance on September 28, 2008. Throughout his time in the majors, he had a record of 1-7, with an earned run average (ERA) of 6.65. He recorded a total of 41 strikeouts and did not achieve any saves during his career.
Pettyjohn's playing style was characterized by his left-handed pitching, which contributed to his versatility on the mound. He played during a period marked by high offensive outputs and significant changes in pitching strategies, including the increased emphasis on strikeout capabilities. Although his career statistics may not reflect the dominance of some of his contemporaries, Pettyjohn's journey through the major leagues highlights the challenges and competitive nature of professional baseball. His experiences resonate with many players who navigate the ups and downs of a career in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 19 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69.0 | 92 | 51 | 12 | 23 | 41 | 6.65 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | DET | AL | 1 | 6 | 16 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 65.0 | 81 | 42 | 21 | 40 | 5.82 | -913.4 |
| 2008 | CIN | NL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 20.25 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | DET | AL | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | CIN | NL | 3 | 1 | 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 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | DET | P | 16 | 9 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | CIN | P | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 19 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | DET | AL | $217,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $217,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fresno | Fresno | CA | 1996, 1997, 1998 |