Lou Pote
Born: 8/21/1971 in Evergreen Park, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-08-11 | Final Game: 2004-06-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Louis William Pote
Biography
Lou Pote, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1999 to 2004. Pote made his debut during a period characterized by high offensive output and the increasing prevalence of power hitters, yet he carved out a niche for himself as a reliable arm on the mound. Over the course of his career, he achieved a win-loss record of 4-4 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.56, demonstrating his ability to compete effectively against some of the era's best hitters.
Throughout his career, Pote amassed a total of 167 strikeouts and recorded 6 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. His performance was marked by a consistent approach and a strong work ethic, traits that endeared him to teammates and coaches alike. While his tenure in the majors may have been brief, Lou Pote's contributions to the game during the early 2000s were notable, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 129 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 219.7 | 199 | 87 | 23 | 88 | 167 | 3.56 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 29.3 | 23 | 7 | 12 | 20 | 2.15 | - |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 50.3 | 52 | 19 | 17 | 44 | 3.40 | - |
| 2001 | LAA | AL | 2 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 86.7 | 88 | 40 | 32 | 66 | 4.15 | - |
| 2002 | LAA | AL | 0 | 2 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.3 | 33 | 18 | 26 | 32 | 3.22 | - |
| 2004 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | LAA | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | LAA | AL | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | LAA | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | CLE | AL | 2 | 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 | 129 | 2 | 17 | 42 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | ANA | P | 20 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | ANA | P | 32 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | ANA | P | 44 | 1 | 11 | 16 | 2 | 2 |
| 2002 | ANA | P | 31 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | CLE | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 129 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | ANA | AL | $255,000 |
| 2001 | ANA | AL | $215,000 |
| 2000 | ANA | AL | $207,500 |
| 1999 | ANA | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $877,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kishwaukee College | Malta | IL | 1990, 1991 |