T. J. Tucker
Born: 8/20/1978 in Clearwater, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-06-03 | Final Game: 2005-06-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 245 lbs
Full name: Thomas John Tucker
Biography
T. J. Tucker, born in 1978, made his mark in Major League Baseball as a pitcher who played from June 3, 2000, until his retirement on June 17, 2005. Over the course of his career, Tucker compiled a record of 13-9 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.57. He showcased his ability on the mound with 140 strikeouts and contributed to his teams with 4 saves, demonstrating his versatility in various pitching roles.
Tucker's career unfolded during a dynamic era of baseball characterized by heightened offensive performances and changing pitching philosophies. He navigated the challenges of this period with a competitive spirit and a determination to excel. While his numbers may not reflect dominance, his contributions to his teams and the role he played as a reliable pitcher were significant in the context of the game during his active years. Tucker's journey through the majors serves as a testament to the dedication and resilience required to succeed at the highest levels of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 9 | 171 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 228.7 | 263 | 116 | 27 | 73 | 140 | 4.57 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | WSN | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 11.57 | - |
| 2002 | WSN | NL | 6 | 3 | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 61.3 | 69 | 28 | 31 | 42 | 4.11 | - |
| 2003 | WSN | NL | 2 | 3 | 45 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 80.0 | 90 | 42 | 20 | 47 | 4.72 | - |
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 4 | 2 | 54 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 67.7 | 73 | 28 | 17 | 44 | 3.72 | - |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 20 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 6.39 | -799.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 173 | 36 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.278 | 0.278 | 0.306 | 0.583 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | WSN | NL | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | WSN | NL | 58 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.750 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | WSN | NL | 46 | 19 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 54 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | 13 | 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 | 171 | 10 | 18 | 34 | 6 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | MON | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MON | P | 57 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| 2003 | MON | P | 45 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | MON | P | 54 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | WAS | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 171 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | WAS | NL | $657,000 |
| 2003 | MON | NL | $310,000 |
| 2002 | MON | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,167,000 | ||