Jeff Baisley, baseball player, 2008-2008

Jeff Baisley

Born: 12/19/1982 in Tampa, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 2008-09-09 | Final Game: 2008-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Jeffrey Scot Baisley

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Biography

Jeff Baisley, born in 1982, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but memorable impact in Major League Baseball during his career, which spanned from September 9 to September 28, 2008. Primarily positioned as an infielder, Baisley showcased his skills over 14 games, during which he recorded 11 hits and drove in 5 runs, resulting in a batting average of .256. While he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his contributions on the field reflected a solid approach to hitting and situational awareness, critical traits for a player in the competitive environment of the major leagues. Baisley's time in MLB occurred during a transitional phase for the sport, as teams increasingly focused on analytics and on-base performance, making his ability to get on base and produce runs valuable, even if his tenure was limited. Despite not having a long career, Baisley's perseverance and dedication to the game resonated with fans and teammates alike, marking him as a noteworthy figure for those who appreciate the stories of players who navigate the complexities of professional baseball, even if only for a short time.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
14 43 1 11 1 0 0 5 0 4 7 0.256 0.319 0.279 0.598 0.0

Career AVG .256 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .319 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .279 vs. league average .416 across their career seasons — 33.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.598 vs. league average 0.749 across their career seasons — 20.2% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2008 OAK AL 14 43 1 11 1 0 0 5 0 4 7 0.256 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 4 4 37 1 1 3
3B 10 10 6 14 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2008 OAK 1B 4 4 37 1 1 3
2008 OAK 3B 10 10 6 14 0 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 4
Third Base 10

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of South Florida Tampa FL 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005