Ryan Christenson, baseball player, 1998-2003

Ryan Christenson

Born: 3/28/1974 in Redlands, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1998-04-20 | Final Game: 2003-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Ryan Alan Christenson

Biography

Ryan Christenson, born in 1974, was a professional baseball player who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball (MLB) over the course of his career from 1998 to 2003. Known primarily as a position player, Christenson appeared in 452 games and showcased a versatile skill set that included a combination of speed and power. Throughout his time in the league, he recorded 222 hits, 16 home runs, and 102 runs batted in, with a batting average of .222. Additionally, he demonstrated his base-running ability by stealing 16 bases. Christenson played during a dynamic era in baseball, marked by offensive advancements and an increased focus on power hitting. Despite not being a household name, he contributed to the teams he played for, including the Oakland Athletics and the Texas Rangers, with a workmanlike approach that reflected the grit and determination characteristic of many players in that period. His career, although not overflowing with accolades, was a testament to the hard work and dedication required to succeed in the competitive landscape of MLB. Following his retirement, Christenson's journey through the majors remains a noteworthy chapter in the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
452 998 159 222 48 5 16 102 16 114 256 0.222 0.303 0.329 0.632 -3264.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2 2 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.500

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2000 ALDS1 OAK 2 2 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.500

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 423 261 766 12 17 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 88
Center Field 321
Right Field 21
Designated Hitter 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2001 OAK AL $267,500
2000 OAK AL $221,000
1999 OAK AL $202,500
1998 OAK AL $170,000
Total Career Earnings $861,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Pepperdine University Malibu CA 1993, 1994, 1995