Matt Wise
Born: 11/18/1975 in Montclair, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-08-02 | Final Game: 2008-05-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Matthew John Wise
Biography
Matt Wise, born in 1975, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2000 until his retirement in 2008. Known for his versatility, Wise contributed primarily as a reliever but also made starts throughout his career. He made his debut on August 2, 2000, and played until May 26, 2008. Throughout his tenure in the league, Wise compiled a record of 17 wins and 22 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.23. His ability to generate strikeouts was evident, as he recorded a total of 244 strikeouts, alongside 2 saves.
Wise's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball characterized by a heightened emphasis on offensive performance and the evolving role of pitchers. He showcased a competitive spirit and adaptability on the mound, which allowed him to navigate the challenges of the era. Although he may not have achieved the prominence of some of his contemporaries, Wise's contributions to his teams reflected the essential role of reliable pitchers in the ever-changing landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 22 | 209 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 317.0 | 298 | 149 | 40 | 106 | 244 | 4.23 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 3 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 37.3 | 40 | 23 | 13 | 20 | 5.54 | - |
| 2001 | LAA | AL | 1 | 4 | 11 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.3 | 47 | 24 | 18 | 50 | 4.38 | - |
| 2002 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.3 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 3.24 | - |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 1 | 2 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 52.7 | 51 | 26 | 15 | 30 | 4.44 | 1125.7 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 4 | 4 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 64.3 | 37 | 24 | 25 | 62 | 3.36 | 1108.5 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 5 | 6 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 44.3 | 45 | 19 | 14 | 27 | 3.86 | -272.9 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 3 | 2 | 56 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 53.7 | 61 | 25 | 17 | 43 | 4.19 | 839.1 |
| 2008 | NYN | NL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 6.43 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 209 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.286 | 0.286 | 0.286 | 0.571 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | LAA | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | LAA | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 30 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 49 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 40 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 56 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | NYN | NL | 8 | 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 | 209 | 18 | 15 | 31 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | ANA | P | 8 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | ANA | P | 11 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | ANA | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIL | P | 30 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | MIL | P | 49 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | MIL | P | 40 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | MIL | P | 56 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | NYN | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 209 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | NYN | NL | $1,200,000 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | $1,050,000 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | $650,000 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | $345,000 |
| 2003 | ANA | AL | $302,500 |
| 2001 | ANA | AL | $207,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,755,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 1996, 1997 |
| Pepperdine University | Malibu | CA | 1994, 1995 |