Graham Koonce

Born: 5/15/1975 in El Cajon, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2003-09-20 | Final Game: 2003-09-28

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Graham Clinton Koonce

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Biography

Graham Koonce, born in 1975, was a professional baseball player who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball during the 2003 season. His MLB career spanned from September 20 to September 28, 2003, during which he played in six games as a position player. Koonce recorded one hit in 8 at-bats, finishing his career with a batting average of .125. Despite not making a significant impact in terms of statistics, his time in the majors illustrated the challenges many players face in securing a lasting place in the sport, particularly during an era marked by intense competition and the relentless pursuit of talent. Koonce's journey to the major leagues was emblematic of the struggles of many athletes who aspire to reach the pinnacle of their sport but find their careers limited by various factors. While he did not accumulate notable statistics such as home runs or RBIs, his experience serves as a reminder of the dedication and perseverance required to compete at the highest level of baseball. After his short stint in the majors, Koonce transitioned away from professional baseball, yet his story remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game, reflecting the dreams and realities of countless players.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	8	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	6	0.125	0.125	0.250	0.375	0.0

Career AVG .125 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — 52.7% below league average.

Career OBP .125 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 62.4% below league average.

Career SLG .250 vs. league average .422 across their career seasons — 40.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.375 vs. league average 0.755 across their career seasons — 50.3% 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
2003	OAK	AL	6	8	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	6	0.125	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	5	1	22	3	0	3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2003	OAK	1B	5	1	22	3	0	3

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
First Base	5