Glenn Adams
Born: 10/4/1947 in Northbridge, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-05-04 | Final Game: 1982-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Glenn Charles Adams
Biography
Glenn Adams was a professional baseball player born in 1947, who had a career spanning from 1975 to 1982. A position player known for his versatility and reliability at the plate, Adams played in a total of 661 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He made a notable impact with a career batting average of .280, accumulating 452 hits, including 34 home runs, and driving in 225 runs. While he was not known for his speed, he contributed with 6 stolen bases throughout his career.
Adams played during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport began to evolve with changes in player conditioning and strategy. His performance reflected the competitive nature of the late 1970s and early 1980s, a period marked by a blend of emerging power hitters and traditional contact players. Although he may not have garnered the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Glenn Adams remained a dependable player who contributed to his teams with both offensive skills and defensive versatility. His legacy is remembered by those who appreciate the contributions of all players in the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 661 | 1617 | 152 | 452 | 79 | 5 | 34 | 225 | 6 | 111 | 183 | 0.280 | 0.324 | 0.398 | 0.721 | 225.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | SFG | NL | 61 | 90 | 10 | 27 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 25 | 0.300 | 356.3 |
| 1976 | SFG | NL | 69 | 74 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0.243 | -258.3 |
| 1977 | MIN | AL | 95 | 269 | 32 | 91 | 17 | 0 | 6 | 49 | 0 | 18 | 30 | 0.338 | 776.2 |
| 1978 | MIN | AL | 116 | 310 | 27 | 80 | 18 | 1 | 7 | 35 | 0 | 17 | 32 | 0.258 | -196.4 |
| 1979 | MIN | AL | 119 | 326 | 34 | 98 | 13 | 1 | 8 | 50 | 2 | 25 | 27 | 0.301 | 366.8 |
| 1980 | MIN | AL | 99 | 262 | 32 | 75 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 38 | 2 | 15 | 26 | 0.286 | 54.3 |
| 1981 | MIN | AL | 72 | 220 | 13 | 46 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 0 | 20 | 26 | 0.209 | -743.8 |
| 1982 | TOR | AL | 30 | 66 | 2 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.258 | -129.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 145 | 115 | 183 | 6 | 8 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | SFN | OF | 25 | 14 | 31 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1976 | SFN | OF | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | MIN | OF | 44 | 38 | 60 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1978 | MIN | OF | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | MIN | OF | 53 | 49 | 66 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1980 | MIN | OF | 12 | 11 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 97 |
| Right Field | 49 |
| Designated Hitter | 374 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield College | Springfield | MA | 1967 |