Ross Powell
Born: 1/24/1968 in Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Died: 10/25/2017 in Lucas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-09-05 | Final Game: 1995-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Ross John Powell
Biography
Ross Powell, born in 1968, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during his career that spanned from 1993 to 1995. Although he had a brief stint in Major League Baseball, appearing in 48 games, Powell's time in the league was marked by a lack of offensive statistics; he finished his career with 0 hits, 0 home runs, 0 RBIs, and a batting average of 0.0. Additionally, he did not record any stolen bases throughout his time on the field.
Powell's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the growing emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. Despite not making a significant statistical impact, his journey through the ranks of professional baseball serves as a reminder of the numerous players who strive to reach the major leagues, often facing stiff competition and limited opportunities. His experience exemplifies the dedication many athletes exhibit in pursuit of their dreams, even when the statistical outcomes do not reflect their efforts.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 5 | 48 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 53.3 | 55 | 32 | 7 | 32 | 42 | 5.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CIN | NL | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.3 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 17 | 4.41 | 567.8 |
| 1994 | HOU | NL | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 1.23 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | HOU | NL | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 16 | 11 | 11 | 8 | 11.00 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | 0 | 2 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.7 | 20 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 5.23 | -1233.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CIN | NL | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | HOU | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | HOU | NL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 48 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CIN | P | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | HOU | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | HOU | P | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | PIT | P | 12 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 48 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | HOU | NL | $115,000 |
| 1994 | HOU | NL | $112,000 |
| 1993 | CIN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $336,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor | MI | 1987, 1988, 1989 |