Steve Christmas
Born: 12/9/1957 in Orlando, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-09-01 | Final Game: 1986-04-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Stephen Randall Christmas
Biography
Steve Christmas, born in 1957, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1983 to 1986. Primarily a position player, he played a total of 24 games during his brief career. Christmas is perhaps best remembered for his time spent with the teams he played for, where he contributed with 6 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 7 runs. His batting average stood at 0.162, reflecting the challenges he faced at the plate during his time in the league.
Christmas's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, where the game was beginning to see the influence of power hitters and a more aggressive style of play. While he may not have achieved the statistical heights of some of his contemporaries, his brief tenure in the majors places him among the ranks of those who pursued their dreams at the highest level. Despite limited playing time, his journey through the game serves as a reminder of the myriad of players who contribute to 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 37 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.162 | 0.179 | 0.297 | 0.477 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | CIN | NL | 9 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.059 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | CHW | AL | 12 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.364 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | CHC | NL | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 9 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | CIN | C | 7 | 4 | 28 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CHA | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | CHN | C | 1 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 9 |
| First Base | 1 |