Josh Towers
Born: 2/26/1977 in Port Hueneme, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-05-02 | Final Game: 2009-09-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Joshua Eric Towers
Biography
Josh Towers was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2001 to 2009. Born in 1977, Towers made his mark in Major League Baseball during a period characterized by offensive prowess and evolving pitching strategies. He played for several teams, showcasing his skills primarily as a starting pitcher. Throughout his career, Towers compiled a record of 45 wins and 55 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.95. He struck out a total of 389 batters and achieved one save, highlighting his role within the pitching rotation.
Towers was recognized for his potential early in his career, earning the accolade of Rookie of the Month during a notable stretch. His playing style combined solid command with a variety of pitches, allowing him to compete effectively in the league. Though he faced challenges during his tenure, Towers contributed to the teams he played for with determination and resilience, reflecting the competitive spirit of the era in which he played. After his retirement, his experiences on the mound served as a testament to the dedication required to navigate the complexities of Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 55 | 139 | 112 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 731.3 | 887 | 402 | 122 | 123 | 389 | 4.95 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | BAL | AL | 8 | 10 | 24 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 140.3 | 165 | 70 | 16 | 58 | 4.49 | -796.6 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | 0 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.3 | 42 | 24 | 5 | 13 | 7.90 | -2414.2 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | 8 | 1 | 14 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 64.3 | 67 | 32 | 7 | 42 | 4.48 | -1418.0 |
| 2004 | TOR | AL | 9 | 9 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 116.3 | 148 | 66 | 26 | 51 | 5.11 | -1186.3 |
| 2005 | TOR | AL | 13 | 12 | 33 | 33 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 208.7 | 237 | 86 | 29 | 112 | 3.71 | 1882.5 |
| 2006 | TOR | AL | 2 | 10 | 15 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.0 | 93 | 58 | 17 | 35 | 8.42 | -3175.9 |
| 2007 | TOR | AL | 5 | 10 | 25 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 107.0 | 129 | 64 | 22 | 76 | 5.38 | -869.1 |
| 2009 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.3 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3.38 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 139 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.062 | 0.062 | 0.062 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | BAL | AL | 24 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TOR | AL | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | TOR | AL | 33 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | TOR | AL | 15 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | TOR | AL | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | NYY | 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 | 139 | 112 | 85 | 105 | 8 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | BAL | P | 24 | 20 | 10 | 19 | 1 | 2 |
| 2002 | BAL | P | 5 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | TOR | P | 14 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | TOR | P | 21 | 21 | 9 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
| 2005 | TOR | P | 33 | 33 | 29 | 31 | 0 | 3 |
| 2006 | TOR | P | 15 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | TOR | P | 25 | 15 | 16 | 19 | 3 | 2 |
| 2009 | NYA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 139 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Rookie of the Month | June |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | TOR | AL | $2,900,000 |
| 2006 | TOR | AL | $2,300,000 |
| 2005 | TOR | AL | $358,000 |
| 2004 | TOR | AL | $340,000 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | $245,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,143,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxnard College | Oxnard | CA | 1996 |