Tucker Ashford
Born: 12/4/1954 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1976-09-21 | Final Game: 1984-05-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Thomas Steven Ashford
Biography
Tucker Ashford, born in 1954, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career spanning from 1976 to 1984. Primarily playing as a position player, Ashford made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by a transition towards more power-heavy play styles. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 222 games, where he amassed 111 hits and recorded a batting average of .218. Known for his versatility on the field, Ashford contributed to his teams with a total of 6 home runs and 55 RBIs, alongside 5 stolen bases.
Despite not being a household name, Ashford's presence in the game reflected the challenges and competitive nature of the late 1970s and early 1980s MLB landscape. He played during a time when the sport was evolving, with players beginning to embrace more aggressive base-running tactics and home run hitting becoming increasingly celebrated. Although his individual statistics may not highlight him as a standout player, Ashford's journey through the league encapsulated the determination and spirit of many athletes who contributed to 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 222 | 510 | 42 | 111 | 31 | 1 | 6 | 55 | 5 | 47 | 75 | 0.218 | 0.282 | 0.318 | 0.600 | -1270.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | SDP | NL | 4 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.600 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | SDP | NL | 81 | 249 | 25 | 54 | 18 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 2 | 21 | 35 | 0.217 | -826.8 |
| 1978 | SDP | NL | 75 | 155 | 11 | 38 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 26 | 1 | 14 | 31 | 0.245 | -155.7 |
| 1980 | TEX | AL | 15 | 32 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | NYY | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | NYN | NL | 35 | 56 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 0.179 | -288.1 |
| 1984 | KCR | AL | 9 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 14 | 7 | 60 | 3 | 1 | 11 |
| 2B | 37 | 14 | 43 | 49 | 3 | 13 |
| 3B | 143 | 106 | 64 | 214 | 19 | 20 |
| C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 12 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | SDN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | SDN | 2B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1977 | SDN | 3B | 74 | 65 | 32 | 145 | 12 | 14 |
| 1977 | SDN | SS | 10 | 4 | 15 | 11 | 2 | 2 |
| 1978 | SDN | 1B | 14 | 7 | 60 | 3 | 1 | 11 |
| 1978 | SDN | 2B | 18 | 13 | 33 | 32 | 2 | 9 |
| 1978 | SDN | 3B | 32 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 3 | 2 |
| 1980 | TEX | 3B | 12 | 11 | 9 | 24 | 2 | 1 |
| 1980 | TEX | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | NYA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | NYN | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | NYN | 2B | 13 | 1 | 8 | 14 | 0 | 4 |
| 1983 | NYN | 3B | 15 | 10 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 2 |
| 1984 | KCA | 3B | 9 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1 |
| First Base | 14 |
| Second Base | 37 |
| Third Base | 143 |
| Shortstop | 12 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi | Oxford | MS | 1973 |
| Southwest Tennessee Community College | Memphis | TN | 1974 |