Ricky Adams
Born: 1/21/1959 in Upland, CA, USA
Died: 10/28/2011 in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-15 | Final Game: 1985-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Ricky Lee Adams
Biography
Ricky Adams, born in 1959, was a position player in Major League Baseball who had a career spanning from 1982 to 1985. Known for his speed on the bases and versatility in the field, Adams played in a total of 120 games during his time in the league. He made a modest impact offensively, finishing his career with 53 hits, 4 home runs, and 16 RBIs, which contributed to a batting average of .215. His ability to steal bases was noted, as he successfully swiped 3 bases throughout his career.
Adams played during an era characterized by a transition in baseball styles, where traditional small ball strategies began to coexist with the increasing emphasis on power hitting. His contributions to the teams he played for were often seen in his defensive capabilities and his base running, providing depth to the rosters of the early 1980s. While not a superstar, Ricky Adams remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game, representing a time when players relied on a blend of skill and athleticism. His career, though brief, reflects the diverse talents that shaped baseball during that period.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | 247 | 35 | 53 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 3 | 10 | 37 | 0.215 | 0.260 | 0.291 | 0.551 | -848.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | LAA | AL | 8 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | LAA | AL | 58 | 112 | 22 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 0.250 | -232.3 |
| 1985 | SFG | NL | 54 | 121 | 12 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 23 | 0.190 | -615.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 10 | 7 | 17 | 31 | 1 | 6 |
| 3B | 32 | 15 | 5 | 56 | 3 | 5 |
| SS | 71 | 45 | 77 | 167 | 10 | 35 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | CAL | SS | 8 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 1 | 4 |
| 1983 | CAL | 2B | 4 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 0 | 5 |
| 1983 | CAL | 3B | 16 | 5 | 3 | 25 | 2 | 2 |
| 1983 | CAL | SS | 38 | 22 | 47 | 98 | 6 | 22 |
| 1985 | SFN | 2B | 6 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | SFN | 3B | 16 | 10 | 2 | 31 | 1 | 3 |
| 1985 | SFN | SS | 25 | 19 | 24 | 57 | 3 | 9 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 9 |
| Third Base | 33 |
| Shortstop | 71 |