Jarvis Brown
Born: 3/26/1967 in Waukegan, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-07-02 | Final Game: 1995-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Jarvis Ardel Brown
Biography
Jarvis Brown was a professional baseball player born in 1967 who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1991 to 1995. Known for his speed and defensive versatility, Brown appeared in 155 games over his career. His offensive contributions included 46 hits, 1 home run, and 10 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .203. He also showcased his base-running abilities, accumulating 13 stolen bases, which highlighted his potential as a disruptive force on the basepaths.
Brown's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball history, marked by the rise of power hitters and an increasing emphasis on speed and athleticism. While his numbers may not have placed him among the elite, his contributions as a role player were significant to the teams he played for, particularly during his time with the San Diego Padres and the Florida Marlins. After his playing days concluded in 1995, Brown's journey through the sport reflected the challenges and transitions many players faced during the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 155 | 227 | 44 | 46 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 13 | 26 | 49 | 0.203 | 0.303 | 0.282 | 0.585 | -181.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | MIN | AL | 38 | 37 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 0.216 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | MIN | AL | 35 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | SDP | NL | 47 | 133 | 21 | 31 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 15 | 26 | 0.233 | -181.8 |
| 1994 | ATL | NL | 17 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | BAL | AL | 18 | 27 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 0.148 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | WS | MIN | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1991 | ALCS | MIN | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 132 | 48 | 176 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | MIN | OF | 32 | 4 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | MIN | OF | 31 | 1 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | SDN | OF | 43 | 32 | 109 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | ATL | OF | 9 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | BAL | OF | 17 | 8 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 15 |
| Center Field | 77 |
| Right Field | 44 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | MIN | AL | $112,000 |
| 1990 | MIN | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $212,000 | ||