Terry Blocker
Born: 8/18/1959 in Columbia, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-04-11 | Final Game: 1989-06-11
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Terry Fennell Blocker
Biography
Terry Blocker was a professional baseball player born in 1959, who played in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1989. Primarily serving as a position player, Blocker's career spanned a total of 110 games during which he recorded 50 hits, 2 home runs, and 11 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .205. Known for his versatility on the field and his speed, he also contributed with 2 stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Blocker played in an era that was marked by the increasing visibility of baseball as America's pastime, transitioning into a phase where power hitters began to dominate the game. Despite his limited offensive output, Blocker remained a valuable teammate, known for his work ethic and dedication to the sport. While his statistical achievements may not place him among the game’s elite, his journey through professional baseball illustrates the challenges and opportunities faced by players during the mid to late 1980s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | 244 | 15 | 50 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 12 | 27 | 0.205 | 0.242 | 0.266 | 0.509 | -813.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | NYN | NL | 18 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | ATL | NL | 66 | 198 | 13 | 42 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 | 20 | 0.212 | -813.7 |
| 1989 | ATL | NL | 26 | 31 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | ATL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 74 | 63 | 175 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | NYN | OF | 5 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | ATL | OF | 61 | 59 | 164 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | ATL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | ATL | OF | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Left Field | 5 |
| Center Field | 64 |
| Right Field | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | ATL | NL | $70,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $70,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State University | Nashville | TN | 1979, 1980, 1981 |