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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | OAK | AL | 117 | 370 | 56 | 95 | 22 | 2 | 5 | 40 | 5 | 36 | 106 | 0.257 | -669.2 |
| 1999 | OAK | AL | 106 | 268 | 41 | 56 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 7 | 38 | 58 | 0.209 | -1163.6 |
| 2000 | OAK | AL | 121 | 129 | 31 | 32 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 1 | 19 | 33 | 0.248 | -113.8 |
| 2001 | AZ | NL | 19 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | OAK | AL | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | MIL | NL | 22 | 58 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.155 | -341.0 |
| 2003 | TEX | AL | 60 | 165 | 22 | 29 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 2 | 15 | 44 | 0.176 | -976.7 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | OAK | OF | 116 | 101 | 284 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 1999 | OAK | OF | 104 | 73 | 213 | 3 | 7 | 1 |
| 2000 | OAK | OF | 114 | 27 | 95 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| 2001 | ARI | OF | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | OAK | OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MIL | OF | 21 | 14 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | TEX | OF | 59 | 46 | 134 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 |