Jeff Sparks
Born: 4/4/1972 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-09-12 | Final Game: 2000-05-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: James Jeffrey Sparks
Biography
Jeff Sparks, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1999 to 2000. Primarily recognized as a position player, Sparks played in a total of 23 games during his time in the big leagues. Despite the challenges that often accompany a short playing career, he made valuable contributions to the teams he was a part of, showcasing the determination and resilience that characterize many athletes in the sport.
Throughout his tenure, Sparks did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0 and no stolen bases. While his statistical output may not reflect traditional success, his journey through the ranks of professional baseball speaks to the intense competition and high standards of the game during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Players like Sparks often serve as reminders of the numerous individuals who strive to reach the major leagues, even if their time on the field is limited.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 30.3 | 19 | 14 | 3 | 30 | 41 | 4.15 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10.0 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 17 | 5.40 | - |
| 2000 | TBR | AL | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.3 | 13 | 8 | 18 | 24 | 3.54 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 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 | TBR | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | TBR | AL | 15 | 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 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | TBA | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | TBA | P | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 23 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's University | San Antonio | TX | 1995 |