Jake Goebbert, baseball player, 2014-2014

Jake Goebbert

Born: 9/24/1987 in Hoffman Estates, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 2014-06-20 | Final Game: 2014-09-27

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Jacob Dwayne Goebbert

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Biography

Jake Goebbert, born in 1987, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 2014 season. Primarily serving as a position player, Goebbert played a total of 51 games in the big leagues. He began his career with the San Diego Padres, where he showcased his skills in a competitive environment that was marked by a blend of emerging talent and seasoned veterans. Throughout his brief career, Goebbert recorded 22 hits, including one home run, and drove in 10 runs, culminating in a batting average of .218. He also demonstrated some speed on the bases, achieving two stolen bases. Despite a short tenure in the major leagues, Goebbert's journey reflected the challenges faced by many players striving to establish themselves in the high-stakes world of professional baseball. His career, though limited, contributed to the rich tapestry of the game during a time when baseball was evolving with new strategies and player development approaches.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
51 101 12 22 1 3 1 10 2 12 32 0.218 0.313 0.317 0.630 -141.9

Career AVG .218 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — 13.3% below league average.

Career OBP .313 vs. league average .314 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .317 vs. league average .386 across their career seasons — 18.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.630 vs. league average 0.700 across their career seasons — 10.0% 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
2014 SDP NL 51 101 12 22 1 3 1 10 2 12 32 0.218 .251 (-13%) .313 (avg) .386 (-18%) .700 (-10%) -141.9

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 25 19 166 13 2 6
OF 8 4 10 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2014 SDN 1B 25 19 166 13 2 6
2014 SDN OF 8 4 10 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 25
Left Field 8