Damon Berryhill
Born: 12/3/1963 in South Laguna, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-09-05 | Final Game: 1997-09-28
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Damon Scott Berryhill
Biography
Damon Berryhill, born in 1963, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1987 to 1997. Primarily serving as a catcher, Berryhill played a total of 683 games during his career, showcasing his durability and commitment to the game. He recorded 488 hits, with a batting average of .240, and demonstrated power at the plate by hitting 47 home runs and driving in 257 runs. While not known for his speed, he did manage to steal 3 bases throughout his time in the league.
Berryhill played during a transitional period in baseball, as the game began to embrace a more offensive approach in the late 1980s and early 1990s. His contributions as a solid defensive catcher and a reliable hitter were instrumental for the teams he played for, including the Chicago Cubs and the Atlanta Braves. Though he may not have been a household name, his consistent presence in the lineup and his ability to handle pitching staffs made him a respected figure in the dugout and among teammates. After retiring, Berryhill continued to be involved in baseball, contributing his knowledge and experience to the next generation of players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 683 | 2030 | 175 | 488 | 106 | 6 | 47 | 257 | 3 | 139 | 409 | 0.240 | 0.288 | 0.368 | 0.656 | -3590.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CHC | NL | 12 | 28 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.179 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | CHC | NL | 95 | 309 | 19 | 80 | 19 | 1 | 7 | 38 | 1 | 17 | 56 | 0.259 | -146.2 |
| 1989 | CHC | NL | 91 | 334 | 37 | 86 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 41 | 1 | 16 | 54 | 0.257 | -600.1 |
| 1990 | CHC | NL | 17 | 53 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0.189 | -180.8 |
| 1991 | ATL | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CHC | NL | 62 | 159 | 13 | 30 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 1 | 11 | 41 | 0.189 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | ATL | NL | 101 | 307 | 21 | 70 | 16 | 1 | 10 | 43 | 0 | 17 | 67 | 0.228 | -501.8 |
| 1993 | ATL | NL | 115 | 335 | 24 | 82 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 43 | 0 | 21 | 64 | 0.245 | -647.6 |
| 1994 | BOS | AL | 82 | 255 | 30 | 67 | 17 | 2 | 6 | 34 | 0 | 19 | 59 | 0.263 | -289.6 |
| 1995 | CIN | NL | 34 | 82 | 6 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 10 | 19 | 0.183 | -430.1 |
| 1997 | SFG | NL | 73 | 167 | 17 | 43 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 0 | 20 | 29 | 0.257 | -222.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 66 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 18 | 0.152 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | NLDS1 | SFN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1993 | NLCS | ATL | 6 | 19 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0.211 |
| 1992 | WS | ATL | 6 | 22 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 0.091 |
| 1992 | NLCS | ATL | 7 | 24 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0.167 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C | 590 | 507 | 3104 | 273 | 41 | 24 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CHN | C | 11 | 7 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| 1988 | CHN | C | 90 | 80 | 448 | 54 | 9 | 5 |
| 1989 | CHN | C | 89 | 84 | 473 | 41 | 4 | 4 |
| 1990 | CHN | C | 15 | 15 | 87 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1991 | ATL | C | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | CHN | C | 48 | 37 | 211 | 24 | 8 | 2 |
| 1992 | ATL | C | 84 | 75 | 426 | 31 | 1 | 5 |
| 1993 | ATL | C | 105 | 85 | 570 | 52 | 6 | 2 |
| 1994 | BOS | C | 67 | 59 | 409 | 29 | 2 | 3 |
| 1995 | CIN | C | 29 | 21 | 152 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 | CIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | SFN | C | 51 | 44 | 288 | 24 | 3 | 2 |
| 1997 | SFN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 590 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | SFN | NL | $466,665 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | $200,000 |
| 1995 | CIN | NL | $580,000 |
| 1994 | BOS | AL | $500,000 |
| 1993 | ATL | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 1992 | ATL | NL | $370,000 |
| 1991 | CHN | NL | $230,000 |
| 1990 | CHN | NL | $200,000 |
| 1989 | CHN | NL | $115,000 |
| 1988 | CHN | NL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,724,165 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Coast College | Costa Mesa | CA | 1983, 1984 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 6th | 3.0 | 120 | 0 |