Cory Vance
Born: 6/20/1979 in Dayton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-09-21 | Final Game: 2003-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Cory Wade Vance
Biography
Cory Vance was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2002 to 2003. Born in 1979, Vance played in the Major Leagues for a brief period, making a notable impact despite his limited time on the mound. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 1-3 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 5.74. Vance struck out a total of 13 batters, showcasing his ability to generate swings and misses, though he did not earn any saves during his time in the league.
Vance's playing career occurred during a transitional era in baseball, when the game was evolving with increased emphasis on power pitching and offensive strategies. Despite the challenges of the time, he contributed to his team's efforts with determination and resilience. His journey through the Major Leagues, albeit short, reflects the experiences of many players who strive for success at the highest level, highlighting the competitive nature of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31.3 | 35 | 20 | 8 | 14 | 13 | 5.74 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | COL | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 6.75 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | 1 | 3 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.3 | 31 | 17 | 10 | 12 | 5.60 | -1247.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.375 | 0.625 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | COL | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | 9 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 11 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | COL | P | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | COL | P | 9 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 11 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta | GA | 1998, 1999, 2000 |