Jeff Conine
Born: 6/27/1966 in Tacoma, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-09-16 | Final Game: 2007-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Jeffrey Guy Conine
Biography
Jeff Conine, born in 1966, was a prominent Major League Baseball player whose career spanned from 1990 to 2007. Known for his versatility and consistent offensive production, Conine played in 2,024 games, amassing 1,982 hits along with 214 home runs and 1,071 RBIs, while maintaining a respectable batting average of .285. His ability to contribute both as a hitter and a fielder solidified his reputation as a reliable position player during his time in the league.
Conine was a member of two All-Star teams and earned the All-Star Game MVP award, highlighting his performance on baseball's biggest stage. Over his career, he also showcased his speed on the bases with 54 stolen bases. He played a crucial role in the success of the Florida Marlins, notably being part of the team that won the World Series in 1997, which marked a significant achievement in the franchise's early history. Conine's impact on the game extended beyond his statistics, as he became a beloved figure among fans and a respected leader in the clubhouse throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6957 | 870 | 1982 | 385 | 36 | 214 | 1071 | 54 | 671 | 1168 | 0.285 | 0.347 | 0.443 | 0.789 | 5720.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | KCR | AL | 9 | 20 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | KCR | AL | 28 | 91 | 10 | 23 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 23 | 0.253 | -81.4 |
| 1993 | MIA | NL | 162 | 595 | 75 | 174 | 24 | 3 | 12 | 79 | 2 | 52 | 135 | 0.292 | 381.3 |
| 1994 | MIA | NL | 115 | 451 | 60 | 144 | 27 | 6 | 18 | 82 | 1 | 40 | 92 | 0.319 | 1546.7 |
| 1995 | MIA | NL | 133 | 483 | 72 | 146 | 26 | 2 | 25 | 105 | 2 | 66 | 94 | 0.302 | 1872.5 |
| 1996 | MIA | NL | 157 | 597 | 84 | 175 | 32 | 2 | 26 | 95 | 1 | 62 | 121 | 0.293 | 1267.3 |
| 1997 | MIA | NL | 151 | 405 | 46 | 98 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 61 | 2 | 57 | 89 | 0.242 | -64.3 |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 93 | 309 | 30 | 79 | 26 | 0 | 8 | 43 | 3 | 26 | 68 | 0.256 | -303.1 |
| 1999 | BAL | AL | 139 | 444 | 54 | 129 | 31 | 1 | 13 | 75 | 0 | 30 | 40 | 0.291 | -20.4 |
| 2000 | BAL | AL | 119 | 409 | 53 | 116 | 20 | 2 | 13 | 46 | 4 | 36 | 53 | 0.284 | -62.8 |
| 2001 | BAL | AL | 139 | 524 | 75 | 163 | 23 | 2 | 14 | 97 | 12 | 64 | 75 | 0.311 | 1200.4 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | 116 | 451 | 44 | 123 | 26 | 4 | 15 | 63 | 8 | 25 | 66 | 0.273 | -138.1 |
| 2003 | BAL | AL | 124 | 493 | 75 | 143 | 33 | 3 | 15 | 80 | 5 | 37 | 60 | 0.290 | 426.9 |
| 2003 | MIA | NL | 25 | 84 | 13 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 13 | 10 | 0.238 | 426.9 |
| 2004 | MIA | NL | 140 | 521 | 55 | 146 | 35 | 1 | 14 | 83 | 5 | 48 | 78 | 0.280 | 87.5 |
| 2005 | MIA | NL | 131 | 335 | 42 | 102 | 20 | 2 | 3 | 33 | 2 | 38 | 58 | 0.304 | 343.4 |
| 2006 | BAL | AL | 114 | 389 | 43 | 103 | 20 | 3 | 9 | 49 | 3 | 35 | 53 | 0.265 | -472.1 |
| 2006 | PHI | NL | 28 | 100 | 11 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 0.280 | -472.1 |
| 2007 | CIN | NL | 80 | 215 | 23 | 57 | 11 | 1 | 6 | 32 | 4 | 20 | 28 | 0.265 | -222.0 |
| 2007 | NYN | NL | 21 | 41 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 0.195 | -222.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 102 | 15 | 31 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 11 | 9 | 0.304 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | WS | FLO | 6 | 21 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 2003 | NLDS1 | FLO | 4 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0.267 |
| 2003 | NLCS | FLO | 7 | 24 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0.458 |
| 1997 | WS | FLO | 6 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.231 |
| 1997 | NLDS1 | FLO | 3 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.364 |
| 1997 | NLCS | FLO | 6 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.111 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1002 | 799 | 7241 | 584 | 63 | 775 |
| 3B | 68 | 55 | 36 | 103 | 8 | 10 |
| OF | 932 | 868 | 1589 | 55 | 27 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | KCA | 1B | 9 | 5 | 39 | 4 | 1 | 7 |
| 1992 | KCA | 1B | 4 | 4 | 36 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1992 | KCA | OF | 23 | 22 | 39 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | FLO | 1B | 43 | 11 | 151 | 14 | 0 | 11 |
| 1993 | FLO | OF | 147 | 143 | 252 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | FLO | 1B | 46 | 20 | 227 | 20 | 1 | 19 |
| 1994 | FLO | OF | 97 | 94 | 181 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| 1995 | FLO | 1B | 14 | 11 | 97 | 11 | 1 | 10 |
| 1995 | FLO | OF | 118 | 112 | 195 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 1996 | FLO | 1B | 48 | 31 | 292 | 40 | 3 | 33 |
| 1996 | FLO | OF | 128 | 123 | 186 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| 1997 | FLO | 1B | 145 | 102 | 899 | 104 | 8 | 101 |
| 1997 | FLO | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | 1B | 12 | 9 | 101 | 3 | 0 | 15 |
| 1998 | KCA | OF | 80 | 73 | 134 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | BAL | 1B | 99 | 93 | 831 | 52 | 6 | 108 |
| 1999 | BAL | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | BAL | OF | 13 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | BAL | 1B | 39 | 36 | 304 | 31 | 5 | 27 |
| 2000 | BAL | 3B | 44 | 38 | 21 | 75 | 7 | 10 |
| 2000 | BAL | OF | 19 | 16 | 38 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2001 | BAL | 1B | 80 | 76 | 646 | 45 | 4 | 61 |
| 2001 | BAL | 3B | 17 | 16 | 15 | 24 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | BAL | OF | 36 | 34 | 85 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | BAL | 1B | 103 | 102 | 947 | 58 | 10 | 99 |
| 2002 | BAL | OF | 6 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | BAL | 1B | 118 | 118 | 1060 | 80 | 9 | 106 |
| 2003 | BAL | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | BAL | OF | 8 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | FLO | OF | 25 | 25 | 44 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2004 | FLO | 1B | 57 | 56 | 473 | 50 | 4 | 47 |
| 2004 | FLO | OF | 83 | 82 | 174 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 2005 | FLO | 1B | 45 | 22 | 247 | 17 | 4 | 27 |
| 2005 | FLO | OF | 61 | 51 | 105 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2006 | BAL | 1B | 73 | 47 | 422 | 30 | 2 | 47 |
| 2006 | BAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | BAL | OF | 57 | 53 | 85 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 | PHI | OF | 26 | 21 | 36 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | CIN | 1B | 56 | 49 | 390 | 21 | 3 | 50 |
| 2007 | CIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | CIN | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | NYN | 1B | 11 | 7 | 79 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| 2007 | NYN | OF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1002 |
| Third Base | 68 |
| Left Field | 826 |
| Right Field | 124 |
| Designated Hitter | 70 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Player of the Week | Week of 2002-06-01 |
| 1995 | All-Star Game MVP | |
| 1995 | Player of the Month | June |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | CIN | NL | $2,000,000 |
| 2006 | BAL | AL | $1,700,000 |
| 2005 | FLO | NL | $3,000,000 |
| 2004 | FLO | NL | $3,000,000 |
| 2003 | BAL | AL | $4,250,000 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | $3,500,000 |
| 2001 | BAL | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2000 | BAL | AL | $2,500,000 |
| 1999 | BAL | AL | $1,960,000 |
| 1998 | KCA | AL | $2,240,000 |
| 1997 | FLO | NL | $2,800,000 |
| 1996 | FLO | NL | $1,800,000 |
| 1995 | FLO | NL | $510,000 |
| 1994 | FLO | NL | $230,000 |
| 1993 | FLO | NL | $125,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $32,615,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1985, 1986, 1987 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 22th | 1.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1994 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 18th | 4.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1993 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 3rd | 31.0 | 140 | 0 |