Chris Smith
Born: 4/9/1981 in Apple Valley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-06-21 | Final Game: 2017-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Christopher Michael Smith
Biography
Chris Smith, born in 1981, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2008 to 2017. Known for his competitive spirit on the mound, Smith played during a time when Major League Baseball was witnessing the evolution of pitching strategies and an increase in offensive production. He made his mark in the league with a career record of 1-4 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.41, showcasing his capability to handle the pressures of professional baseball despite facing challenges.
Throughout his career, Smith recorded a total of 112 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to miss bats and contribute to his team's efforts on the mound. Although he did not register any saves, his role as a pitcher was vital in various game situations. Smith's journey through the league reflects the trials of aspiring pitchers during a competitive era, and his contributions to the teams he played for are a testament to his dedication to the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 77 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 148.0 | 137 | 89 | 35 | 62 | 112 | 5.41 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 18 | 16 | 7 | 13 | 7.85 | -1283.6 |
| 2009 | MIL | NL | 0 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 46.0 | 41 | 21 | 19 | 35 | 4.11 | -2086.2 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5.40 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 14 | 8 | 13 | 29 | 2.92 | 470.8 |
| 2017 | OAK | AL | 0 | 4 | 14 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 55.7 | 60 | 42 | 22 | 31 | 6.79 | -3746.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.250 | 0.000 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | MIL | NL | 35 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | OAK | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | OAK | AL | 14 | 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 | 77 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | P | 12 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | MIL | P | 35 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | MIL | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | OAK | P | 13 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | OAK | P | 14 | 9 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 77 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Riverside | Riverside | CA | 2000, 2001, 2002 |