Jeff Ware
Born: 11/11/1970 in Norfolk, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-09-02 | Final Game: 1996-07-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jeffrey Allan Ware
Biography
Jeff Ware, born in 1970, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1995 to 1996. He made his mark in Major League Baseball during a transitional period characterized by an increasing emphasis on offense and the emergence of power hitters in the game. Ware played in the major leagues for a brief period, during which he compiled a record of 3 wins and 6 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 7.47. His tenure in the big leagues was marked by a total of 29 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to generate swings and misses despite the challenges he faced on the mound.
Ware's playing style was reflective of the era's shifting dynamics, as pitchers adapted to the evolving offensive landscape. Although he did not record any saves during his career, his contributions as a reliever and starter provided valuable depth to his teams. Despite his relatively short stint in the majors, Ware's journey through professional baseball highlighted the competitive nature of the sport and the challenges faced by pitchers during the late 1990s. After his retirement from Major League Baseball, he remained a part of the baseball community, contributing to the sport in various capacities.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 6 | 18 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 59.0 | 63 | 49 | 8 | 52 | 29 | 7.47 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 2 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.3 | 28 | 16 | 21 | 18 | 5.47 | -515.5 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | 1 | 5 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32.7 | 35 | 33 | 31 | 11 | 9.09 | -2717.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | 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 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | P | 5 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | TOR | P | 13 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 18 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | TOR | AL | $112,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $112,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Dominion University | Norfolk | VA | 1989, 1990, 1991 |