Jerrod Riggan
Born: 5/16/1974 in Brewster, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-08-29 | Final Game: 2003-05-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 197 lbs
Full name: Jerrod Ashley Riggan
Biography
Jerrod Riggan was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2003. Born in 1974, Riggan made his debut during an era characterized by offensive explosion and the increasing use of advanced statistics in the game. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 5-4 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.19. He recorded a total of 66 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats, although he did not register any saves throughout his time in the league.
Riggan's playing style reflected the challenges many pitchers faced during the early 2000s, a period marked by heightened offensive production and the emergence of power hitters. Despite his relatively brief career, he contributed to the teams he played for with his unique skill set, navigating the complexities of a highly competitive environment in MLB. His journey through professional baseball serves as a reminder of the dedication and talent required to compete at the highest level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 86.7 | 105 | 50 | 8 | 43 | 66 | 5.19 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | NYN | NL | 3 | 3 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47.7 | 42 | 18 | 24 | 41 | 3.40 | 258.2 |
| 2002 | CLE | AL | 2 | 1 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.0 | 53 | 28 | 18 | 22 | 7.64 | -140.2 |
| 2003 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | NYN | NL | 35 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | CLE | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | 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 | 67 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NYN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | NYN | P | 35 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | CLE | P | 29 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | CLE | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 67 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | CLE | AL | $218,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $218,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego State University | San Diego | CA | 1995, 1996 |