John Buck
Born: 7/7/1980 in Kemmerer, WY, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-06-25 | Final Game: 2014-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 245 lbs
Full name: Johnathan Richard Buck
Biography
John Buck was a professional baseball player born in 1980, whose career spanned from 2004 to 2014. Primarily a position player, he made a significant impact in Major League Baseball, playing in a total of 1,090 games. Buck was known for his power-hitting capabilities, amassing 134 home runs and driving in 491 runs throughout his career. His offensive performance was complemented by a batting average of .234, and he contributed to his teams not only with his bat but also with six stolen bases.
Buck's career included a notable highlight when he was selected as an All-Star, an achievement that underscored his abilities during his playing years. He played in an era characterized by a blend of traditional baseball skills and the increasing emphasis on power-hitting, making his contributions particularly relevant. Buck left a lasting legacy in the game, remembered for his resilience and the pivotal role he played on various teams throughout his decade-long career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1090 | 3612 | 389 | 844 | 172 | 9 | 134 | 491 | 6 | 307 | 959 | 0.234 | 0.301 | 0.398 | 0.698 | -4084.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 71 | 238 | 36 | 56 | 9 | 0 | 12 | 30 | 1 | 15 | 79 | 0.235 | -403.4 |
| 2005 | KCR | AL | 118 | 401 | 40 | 97 | 21 | 1 | 12 | 47 | 2 | 23 | 94 | 0.242 | -858.7 |
| 2006 | KCR | AL | 114 | 371 | 37 | 91 | 21 | 1 | 11 | 50 | 0 | 26 | 84 | 0.245 | -658.5 |
| 2007 | KCR | AL | 113 | 347 | 41 | 77 | 18 | 0 | 18 | 48 | 0 | 36 | 92 | 0.222 | -242.8 |
| 2008 | KCR | AL | 109 | 370 | 48 | 83 | 23 | 1 | 9 | 48 | 0 | 38 | 96 | 0.224 | -805.0 |
| 2009 | KCR | AL | 59 | 186 | 16 | 46 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 36 | 1 | 13 | 55 | 0.247 | 52.8 |
| 2010 | TOR | AL | 118 | 409 | 53 | 115 | 25 | 0 | 20 | 66 | 0 | 16 | 111 | 0.281 | 627.6 |
| 2011 | MIA | NL | 140 | 466 | 41 | 106 | 15 | 1 | 16 | 57 | 0 | 54 | 115 | 0.227 | -335.5 |
| 2012 | MIA | NL | 106 | 343 | 29 | 66 | 15 | 1 | 12 | 41 | 0 | 49 | 103 | 0.192 | -658.4 |
| 2013 | NYN | NL | 101 | 368 | 38 | 79 | 11 | 0 | 15 | 60 | 2 | 29 | 99 | 0.215 | -589.1 |
| 2013 | PIT | NL | 9 | 24 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.333 | -589.1 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | SEA | AL | 27 | 84 | 9 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 24 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NLDS1 | PIT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 1042 | 992 | 6733 | 363 | 58 | 50 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | KCA | C | 68 | 66 | 376 | 14 | 3 | 4 |
| 2005 | KCA | C | 117 | 112 | 640 | 56 | 3 | 5 |
| 2006 | KCA | C | 112 | 107 | 615 | 37 | 6 | 7 |
| 2007 | KCA | C | 112 | 104 | 697 | 29 | 8 | 6 |
| 2008 | KCA | C | 107 | 106 | 751 | 24 | 8 | 6 |
| 2009 | KCA | C | 46 | 41 | 309 | 14 | 8 | 4 |
| 2010 | TOR | C | 112 | 104 | 733 | 40 | 5 | 6 |
| 2011 | FLO | C | 135 | 129 | 1008 | 42 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | MIA | C | 105 | 103 | 715 | 57 | 7 | 4 |
| 2013 | NYN | C | 97 | 95 | 704 | 40 | 4 | 1 |
| 2013 | PIT | C | 7 | 6 | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | LAA | C | 5 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | SEA | C | 19 | 19 | 132 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 2014 | SEA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1042 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 25 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | SEA | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2013 | NYN | NL | $6,500,000 |
| 2012 | MIA | NL | $6,500,000 |
| 2011 | FLO | NL | $5,000,000 |
| 2010 | TOR | AL | $2,000,000 |
| 2009 | KCA | AL | $2,900,000 |
| 2008 | KCA | AL | $2,200,000 |
| 2007 | KCA | AL | $440,000 |
| 2006 | KCA | AL | $349,500 |
| 2005 | KCA | AL | $318,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $27,208,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 8th | 1.0 | 140 | 0 |