Joe Fontenot

Former MLB player (Florida Marlins)

What is Joe Fontenot known for?

Joe Fontenot, a proud alumni of Acadiana High School in Lafayette, Louisiana, was born on March 20, 1977, in Scott, Louisiana. He distinguished himself as a professional baseball player, playing as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB).

Fontenot's MLB career, though brief, was noteworthy. His major league debut came on May 23, 1998, playing for the Florida Marlins, and his last appearance was on July 2 of the same year, also for the Marlins. During his stint in the league, he pitched in eight games, unfortunately recording a win-loss record of 0-7. Despite this, his skills were evident as he recorded an impressive 24 strikeouts during this period and finished with an Earned Run Average (ERA) of 6.33.

Fontenot's entrance into the Major League was heralded by his participation in the 1995 Major League Baseball draft. He was among the first-round selections, indicating the high expectations placed on him at the beginning of his professional career.

Beyond the details of his professional career, Fontenot's life has been an inspiration for young sportspersons graduating from Acadiana High School, proving that with dedication and hard work, it's possible to reach the pinnacle of sports.

For more detailed statistics and information about his career, you can visit the pages dedicated to him on Baseball Reference or for his minor league stats check Baseball Reference (Minors). You can also explore his profile on the Baseball Almanac page.