Josh Smith
Born: 10/11/1989 in Pleasant Hill, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 2019-05-25 | Final Game: 2020-08-19
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Joshua Dwayne Smith
Biography
Josh Smith, born in 1989, had a brief professional baseball career that spanned from May 25, 2019, to August 19, 2020. Primarily serving as a position player, Smith's time in Major League Baseball was marked by his resilience and determination to compete at the highest level. Over the course of 16 games, however, he faced significant challenges at the plate, finishing his career without a hit, home run, or run batted in, resulting in a batting average of .0.
Despite the lack of traditional statistical achievements, Smith's journey reflects the complexities of pursuing a career in baseball during a highly competitive era. He exemplified the spirit of many players who strive for success despite the odds, highlighting the rigorous nature of talent evaluation in professional sports. While his time on the field was limited, Smith's story serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who contribute to the game in various capacities, often leaving their mark beyond mere statistics.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.3 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 12 | 18 | 6.91 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.3 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 5.40 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 8.31 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10.80 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | CLE | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | MIA | NL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | MIA | NL | 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 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | CLE | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | MIA | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | MIA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 16 |