Ross Wolf
Born: 10/18/1982 in Effingham, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-08-10 | Final Game: 2013-09-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Ross Garrett Wolf
Biography
Ross Wolf was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2007 to 2013. Born in 1982, Wolf made his debut in the midst of an era characterized by offensive prowess and the increasing emphasis on specialized pitching roles. Over the course of his career, he appeared in a total of 29 games, finishing with a record of 1-4 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.45. His time in the league showcased his ability to adapt to the evolving demands of the game, particularly as teams leaned into analytics and platoon strategies.
Despite facing challenges in securing a stable position within a major league rotation, Wolf demonstrated resilience and determination. He struck out 36 batters during his career, contributing to his team's efforts in key situations, although he did not record any saves. His presence on the mound and competitive spirit reflected the tenacity required of pitchers in a rapidly changing baseball landscape. Wolf's journey through the majors, though brief, underscored the challenges many players face in carving out a lasting legacy in professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 47 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 72.7 | 94 | 44 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 5.45 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | MIA | NL | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.3 | 24 | 16 | 3 | 6 | 11.68 | - |
| 2010 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 4.26 | -83.3 |
| 2013 | TEX | AL | 1 | 3 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 47.7 | 58 | 22 | 15 | 21 | 4.15 | -808.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | MIA | NL | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | OAK | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | TEX | AL | 22 | 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 | 47 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | FLO | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | OAK | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | TEX | P | 22 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 47 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wabash Valley College | Mount Carmel | IL | 2002 |