Jonathan Van Every
Born: 11/27/1979 in Brandon, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-05-14 | Final Game: 2010-05-20
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Jonathan Eugene Van Every
Biography
Jonathan Van Every, born in 1979, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 2008 until his retirement in 2010. Over the course of his career, he participated in 40 Major League Baseball games, during which he recorded 12 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 9 runs, finishing with a batting average of .255. While Van Every did not steal any bases, he showcased a solid performance during his limited time in the big leagues.
Van Every's career unfolded in an era marked by a blend of emerging talent and veteran players, where competition for roster spots was fierce. His contributions, though brief, reflected the dedication and perseverance often required to succeed in the highly competitive environment of Major League Baseball. Known for his versatility as a position player, Van Every's journey through professional baseball serves as a testament to the passion that drives athletes to reach the pinnacle of their sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 47 | 7 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 20 | 0.255 | 0.327 | 0.447 | 0.774 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 11 | 17 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 7 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.364 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 22 | 19 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10.80 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 18.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 36 | 10 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | OF | 9 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | BOS | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | BOS | OF | 6 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | BOS | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | BOS | OF | 21 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 15 |
| Right Field | 18 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BOS | AL | $400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $400,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Itawamba Community College | Fulton | MS | 2000, 2001 |