Steve Stemle
Born: 5/20/1977 in Louisville, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 2005-05-26 | Final Game: 2006-04-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Stephen Joseph Stemle
Biography
Steve Stemle was a professional baseball player born in 1977 who played in Major League Baseball during the 2005 and 2006 seasons. He made his debut on May 26, 2005, and his career concluded shortly thereafter on April 16, 2006. A versatile position player, Stemle appeared in a total of 12 games at the highest level of the sport, though his time on the field was limited, as he recorded no hits, home runs, or runs batted in, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0.
While Stemle's playing time in the majors was brief, his journey reflects the challenges faced by many players in the competitive landscape of professional baseball. The mid-2000s were a transformative period in the sport, marked by discussions around player performance, the impact of performance-enhancing substances, and the evolving nature of player roles. Despite his limited statistical contributions, Stemle's experience in the major leagues serves as a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to reach the game's highest level.
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | KCA | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | KCA | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 12 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | KCA | AL | $330,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $330,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky University | Bowling Green | KY | 1996, 1997, 1998 |