Mike Jacobs (first baseman)
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Michael James Jacobs (born October 30, 1980) is an American former professional
Career
Minor Leagues
Mike Jacobs graduated from
Originally signed as a
In May 2004, while playing for the Triple-A Norfolk Tides, Jacobs suffered an arm injury and underwent surgery for a torn labrum, which ended his season prematurely. Because of his injury and mediocre defensive skills behind the plate, when Jacobs returned to Binghamton in 2005, he spent much of the season learning to play first base. He batted .321 with 25 home runs and 93 RBIs while learning his new position and going on to win the MVP award.
On December 18, 2010, Jacobs was signed by the Colorado Rockies [2] and played for the affiliate triple-A team in Colorado Springs, Colorado. While there, Jacobs was suspended for fifty games after testing positive for HGH.[3] Jacobs was released from the Colorado Rockies on August 18, 2011.
New York Mets
Jacobs made his major league debut with the Mets on August 21,
Florida Marlins
In only 30 games and 100
In 2006 with the Marlins, Jacobs played in 136 games while hitting .262 with 20 home runs and 77 RBIs. In 2007, he only played in 114 games, but still improved on his batting average hitting .265 that season including 17 home runs and 54 RBIs. In 2008 Jacobs saw increased playing time and had a break out season in power with 32 home runs and 93 RBI but his batting average slipped to .247.
Kansas City Royals
After the
Return to New York
On February 10, 2010, the Mets signed Mike Jacobs to a minor league contract. He was selected as the Mets' opening day first baseman after Daniel Murphy went on the disabled list with a strained MCL.[6]
On April 18, Jacobs was designated for assignment.[7]
On April 25, 2010, Jacobs cleared waivers and accepted assignment to the AAA Buffalo Bisons of the International League.
Toronto Blue Jays
On July 30, 2010, he was acquired by the Toronto Blue Jays for a player to be named later. He was released at the end of the 2010 season.
Colorado Rockies
Jacobs signed as a minor league free agent with the Colorado Rockies on December 18, 2010.[8]
On August 18, 2011, while playing for the AAA
Arizona Diamondbacks
On January 4, 2012, Jacobs signed a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. On September 19, he was called up and played his first Major League game since April 17, 2010.
Seattle Mariners
On January 3, 2013, Jacobs signed a minor league contract with the Seattle Mariners.[10] On March 23, 2013, he was released by the Mariners. [11]
Second Stint with Arizona
On June 4, 2013, the D'backs signed Jacobs back to a minor league deal. Jacobs had been playing in the Mexican League.[12] Jacobs returned to AAA Reno for the 2014 season. He participated in the AAA Home Run Derby that same year.
Guerreros de Oaxaca
On March 26, 2015, it was reported that Jacobs had signed on to return to play for the Guerreros de Oaxaca of the Mexican League.[13]
Lancaster Barnstormers
On March 25, 2016, Jacobs signed with the
Toros de Tijuana
On May 3, 2016, Jacobs signed with the
Minor League Baseball manager
Jacobs retired after 2016 season and was hired by the
Personal life
Jacobs got married in December 2006 and resides in Chula Vista during the baseball offseason. He has four daughters, Havana, Isabella, Sophia and Juliana.
Contrary to popular belief, Jacobs is not
See also
References
- ^ "Griffins in the Pros". Grossmont College. Archived from the original on 2012-03-14.
- ^ "Mike Jacobs Trades and Transactions by Baseball Almanac".
- ^ "MLB suspends first player for positive HGH test". 2011-08-18.
- ^ "Washington Nationals 7, New York Mets 4". Baseball-Reference.com. August 21, 2005.
- ^ KC acquires power-hitting Jacobs
- ^ "Mets sign Jacobs to minor-league deal". CNN. February 10, 2010.
- ^ "Sources: Mets to promote 1B prospect Davis". 2010-04-18.
- ^ "Rockies Sign Jacobs as Insurance Behind Helton".
- ^ Mike Jacobs suspended for HGH
- ^ "Mike Jacobs signed to Minor League deal". 2016-11-07.
- ^ "Welcome to nginx". Archived from the original on 2013-06-30. Retrieved 2013-04-10.
- ^ "Minor Moves: Irwin, Chang, Teahen, Jacobs". 4 June 2013.
- ^ "Mike Jacobs llega a los Guerreros de Oaxaca". 27 March 2015.
- ^ "Barnstormers Pick up Star Slugger". oursportscentral.com. March 25, 2016. Retrieved March 25, 2016.
- ^ "Marlins announce Minor League field staffs for 2017".
- ^ Joe Posnanski (20 April 2009). "The curious case of Mike Jacobs, my new favorite Royal". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 29 October 2022.
- ^ "Here are some Jews to root for at the 2022 Winter Olympics". 3 February 2022.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or ESPN, or Baseball Reference, or Fangraphs, or Baseball Reference (Minors), or Retrosheet
- Pelota Binaria