Mike Adams
Born: 7/24/1948 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-09-10 | Final Game: 1978-07-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Robert Michael Adams
Biography
Mike Adams, born in 1948, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player from 1972 until his retirement in 1978. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 100 games, showcasing his skills in a time when Major League Baseball was experiencing significant changes, including the integration of players and the emergence of new playing styles. Adams was known for his versatility on the field and his ability to contribute to his team's dynamics, albeit with modest statistical output.
Throughout his career, Adams recorded 23 hits, 3 home runs, and 9 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .195. He also demonstrated speed on the base paths, accumulating 2 stolen bases. While his numbers may not reflect the dominance seen in other players of his era, Adams' contributions to the game extended beyond the statistics, as he played during a period that laid the groundwork for the modern game. His journey through the leagues illustrates the challenges faced by players during a transitional time in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 118 | 27 | 23 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 32 | 29 | 0.195 | 0.375 | 0.314 | 0.689 | 167.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | MIN | AL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | MIN | AL | 55 | 66 | 21 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 17 | 18 | 0.212 | 167.7 |
| 1976 | CHC | NL | 25 | 29 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 0.138 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | CHC | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | OAK | AL | 15 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 7 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 6 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 31 | 25 | 49 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | MIN | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | MIN | OF | 24 | 21 | 45 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHN | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHN | OF | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | CHN | OF | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | OAK | 2B | 6 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1978 | OAK | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 7 |
| Third Base | 6 |
| Left Field | 27 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 19 |