L. J. Hoes, baseball player, 2012-2015

L. J. Hoes

Born: 3/5/1990 in Washington, DC, USA

MLB Debut: 2012-09-25 | Final Game: 2015-07-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Jerome O'Bryan Hoes

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Biography

L. J. Hoes, born in 1990, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball from 2012 to 2015. Primarily serving as a position player, Hoes appeared in a total of 112 games throughout his career. He made his debut on September 25, 2012, and showcased his skills in the outfield while contributing to his teams with a blend of speed and contact hitting. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 73 hits, four home runs, and 22 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .237. His agility on the bases was evident as he successfully stole seven bases during his time in the league. Hoes played during a period of transition in baseball, where the game increasingly emphasized power hitting and advanced analytics. Although his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the league's elite, he was known for his versatility and ability to contribute in various roles. His journey through the majors included stints with multiple teams, allowing him to showcase his talents in different environments. Though he retired in 2015, L. J. Hoes remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, remembered for his contributions on the field and his resilience in a competitive sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
112 308 37 73 12 2 4 22 7 23 69 0.237 0.289 0.328 0.617 -598.4

Career AVG .237 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 6.5% below league average.

Career OBP .289 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — 8.9% below league average.

Career SLG .328 vs. league average .398 across their career seasons — 17.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.617 vs. league average 0.715 across their career seasons — 13.8% 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
2012 BAL AL 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2013 BAL AL 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2013 HOU AL 46 167 24 48 7 2 1 10 7 12 34 0.287 .253 (+13%) .317 (+6%) .396 (-6%) .714 (-1%) 0.0
2014 HOU AL 55 122 12 21 5 0 3 11 0 10 31 0.172 .251 (-31%) .313 (-27%) .386 (-26%) .700 (-26%) -585.5
2015 HOU AL 8 15 1 4 0 0 0 1 0 1 3 0.267 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 102 81 165 4 6 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2012 BAL OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
2013 BAL OF 1 1 3 0 0 0
2013 HOU OF 45 41 86 0 4 0
2014 HOU OF 48 35 70 4 2 0
2015 HOU OF 7 4 6 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 43
Center Field 2
Right Field 61
Designated Hitter 3

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2014 HOU AL $502,900
Total Career Earnings $502,900