Josh Wilson
Born: 3/26/1981 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 2005-09-07 | Final Game: 2015-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Joshua Aaron Wilson
Biography
Josh Wilson was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 2005 to 2015. Born in 1981, Wilson primarily played as a position player, showcasing his versatility across several infield positions throughout his time in Major League Baseball. He appeared in 431 games, compiling a total of 251 hits, which included 10 home runs and 84 runs batted in (RBIs). His career batting average stood at .229, complemented by 14 stolen bases, demonstrating a blend of speed and agility that characterized his playing style.
Wilson's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by evolving player roles and the increasing emphasis on analytical metrics. While he may not have been a household name, Wilson contributed to several teams, providing depth and experience to rosters. His ability to adapt and fill various roles was a testament to his work ethic and understanding of the game. After retiring on October 4, 2015, Wilson left a lasting impression as a reliable player who embraced the challenges of a competitive league.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
| 2009 | SDP | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 27.00 | - |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 431 | 1095 | 104 | 251 | 54 | 7 | 10 | 84 | 14 | 54 | 247 | 0.229 | 0.280 | 0.319 | 0.599 | -3083.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | MIA | NL | 11 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | TBR | AL | 90 | 263 | 25 | 66 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 24 | 6 | 12 | 51 | 0.251 | -824.8 |
| 2007 | WAS | NL | 15 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.053 | -824.8 |
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 11 | 26 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | SDP | NL | 16 | 38 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | SEA | AL | 45 | 128 | 16 | 32 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 6 | 32 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | SEA | AL | 108 | 361 | 22 | 82 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 25 | 5 | 14 | 74 | 0.227 | -1463.0 |
| 2011 | AZ | NL | 6 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | 54 | 75 | 10 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | AZ | NL | 30 | 60 | 9 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0.200 | -214.3 |
| 2014 | TEX | AL | 24 | 67 | 7 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0.239 | -201.1 |
| 2015 | DET | AL | 21 | 38 | 4 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0.316 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 4 | 3 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 2B | 94 | 66 | 121 | 218 | 7 | 56 |
| 3B | 49 | 20 | 12 | 56 | 8 | 11 |
| OF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 234 | 200 | 284 | 594 | 41 | 121 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | FLO | 2B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | FLO | SS | 6 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2007 | TBA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TBA | 2B | 27 | 20 | 44 | 68 | 6 | 19 |
| 2007 | TBA | 3B | 8 | 6 | 3 | 19 | 3 | 4 |
| 2007 | TBA | SS | 50 | 47 | 67 | 118 | 8 | 30 |
| 2007 | WAS | SS | 7 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 5 | 2 |
| 2009 | ARI | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | ARI | SS | 8 | 7 | 12 | 27 | 2 | 6 |
| 2009 | SDN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | SDN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | SDN | SS | 15 | 10 | 13 | 20 | 2 | 3 |
| 2009 | SEA | 2B | 4 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 0 | 4 |
| 2009 | SEA | 3B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | SEA | SS | 32 | 30 | 42 | 74 | 2 | 16 |
| 2010 | SEA | 1B | 3 | 3 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 2010 | SEA | 2B | 2 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
| 2010 | SEA | 3B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 | SEA | SS | 98 | 95 | 124 | 304 | 20 | 53 |
| 2011 | ARI | SS | 3 | 2 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | MIL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | MIL | 2B | 10 | 8 | 12 | 21 | 0 | 4 |
| 2011 | MIL | 3B | 13 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 | MIL | SS | 8 | 3 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 4 |
| 2011 | MIL | OF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | ARI | 2B | 17 | 15 | 22 | 43 | 1 | 11 |
| 2013 | ARI | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | ARI | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | TEX | 2B | 19 | 16 | 24 | 55 | 0 | 11 |
| 2014 | TEX | 3B | 4 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 4 |
| 2014 | TEX | SS | 3 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 | DET | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | DET | 2B | 11 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 | DET | 3B | 10 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 | DET | SS | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 4 |
| First Base | 4 |
| Second Base | 94 |
| Third Base | 49 |
| Shortstop | 234 |
| Left Field | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | WAS | NL | $420,000 |
| 2006 | COL | NL | $327,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $747,000 | ||