Marty Barrett
Born: 6/23/1958 in Arcadia, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-06 | Final Game: 1991-05-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Martin Glenn Barrett
Biography
Marty Barrett was a professional baseball player who made significant contributions to the sport during his career from 1982 to 1991. Born in 1958, Barrett played primarily as a position player and was known for his solid batting skills and versatility on the field. Over the course of 941 games, he recorded 938 hits, achieving a commendable batting average of .278. His offensive contributions included 18 home runs and 314 RBIs, along with 57 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to both drive in runs and create opportunities on the basepaths.
Barrett's playing era coincided with a transformative period in Major League Baseball, where the game was increasingly emphasizing power hitting and athleticism. Despite this trend, Barrett carved out a niche as a reliable hitter and skilled defender. His approach to the game, characterized by a focus on contact hitting and situational awareness, made him a valuable asset to his teams. As a player who consistently contributed both offensively and defensively, Barrett left a lasting mark on the teams he played for and remains a respected figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 941 | 3378 | 418 | 938 | 163 | 9 | 18 | 314 | 57 | 304 | 209 | 0.278 | 0.337 | 0.347 | 0.684 | -1604.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | BOS | AL | 8 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.056 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | BOS | AL | 33 | 44 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | BOS | AL | 139 | 475 | 56 | 144 | 23 | 3 | 3 | 45 | 5 | 42 | 25 | 0.303 | 523.0 |
| 1985 | BOS | AL | 156 | 534 | 59 | 142 | 26 | 0 | 5 | 56 | 7 | 56 | 50 | 0.266 | -400.2 |
| 1986 | BOS | AL | 158 | 625 | 94 | 179 | 39 | 4 | 4 | 60 | 15 | 65 | 31 | 0.286 | 321.8 |
| 1987 | BOS | AL | 137 | 559 | 72 | 164 | 23 | 0 | 3 | 43 | 15 | 51 | 38 | 0.293 | -542.0 |
| 1988 | BOS | AL | 150 | 612 | 83 | 173 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 65 | 7 | 40 | 35 | 0.283 | -446.1 |
| 1989 | BOS | AL | 86 | 336 | 31 | 86 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 4 | 32 | 12 | 0.256 | -448.2 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 62 | 159 | 15 | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 4 | 15 | 13 | 0.226 | -613.0 |
| 1991 | SDP | NL | 12 | 16 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 75 | 7 | 25 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | ALCS | BOS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1988 | ALCS | BOS | 4 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.067 |
| 1986 | ALCS | BOS | 7 | 30 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0.367 |
| 1986 | WS | BOS | 7 | 30 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0.433 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 908 | 862 | 1827 | 2631 | 63 | 580 |
| 3B | 3 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | BOS | 2B | 7 | 2 | 11 | 21 | 0 | 4 |
| 1983 | BOS | 2B | 23 | 8 | 32 | 28 | 1 | 8 |
| 1984 | BOS | 2B | 136 | 135 | 245 | 417 | 9 | 67 |
| 1985 | BOS | 2B | 155 | 150 | 355 | 479 | 11 | 110 |
| 1986 | BOS | 2B | 158 | 158 | 303 | 450 | 14 | 104 |
| 1987 | BOS | 2B | 137 | 136 | 320 | 438 | 9 | 108 |
| 1988 | BOS | 2B | 150 | 148 | 312 | 402 | 7 | 97 |
| 1989 | BOS | 2B | 80 | 77 | 152 | 245 | 10 | 53 |
| 1990 | BOS | 2B | 60 | 46 | 90 | 147 | 2 | 27 |
| 1990 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | SDN | 2B | 2 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1991 | SDN | 3B | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 908 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BOS | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 1989 | BOS | AL | $775,000 |
| 1988 | BOS | AL | $675,000 |
| 1987 | BOS | AL | $575,000 |
| 1986 | BOS | AL | $435,000 |
| 1985 | BOS | AL | $272,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,732,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1979 |
| Mesa Community College | Mesa | AZ | 1977, 1978 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 17th | 5.0 | 392 | 0 |