Josh Stewart
Born: 12/5/1978 in Paducah, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-04-06 | Final Game: 2004-08-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Joshua Craig Stewart
Biography
Josh Stewart, born in 1978, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2003 to 2008. Known for his strong arm and competitive spirit, Stewart made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was witnessing a surge in offensive power and a shift in pitching strategies. Throughout his tenure, he played for several teams, ultimately accumulating a record of 1-3 and an earned run average (ERA) of 8.1, which reflected the challenges he faced on the mound during his limited appearances.
Despite not recording any saves and finishing his career with a total of 18 strikeouts, Stewart's journey through the major leagues highlighted the unpredictable nature of baseball careers. He was part of a generation of pitchers who navigated the evolving dynamics of the game, where the demand for effective relief pitching and specialized roles became increasingly significant. Although his time in the spotlight was brief, Stewart's experience in the majors remains a testament to the dedication required to compete at the highest level of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 | 44 | 30 | 7 | 19 | 18 | 8.10 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.7 | 28 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 5.96 | - |
| 2004 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 16 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 15.26 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CHW | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | CHW | AL | 3 | 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 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CHA | P | 5 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | CHA | P | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 8 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CHA | AL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $300,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Memphis | Memphis | TN | 1997, 1998, 1999 |