Mark Davidson
Born: 2/15/1961 in Knoxville, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-06-20 | Final Game: 1991-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: John Mark Davidson
Biography
Mark Davidson, born in 1961, was a professional baseball player who made a notable impact in the Major Leagues from 1986 until his retirement in 1991. Playing primarily as a position player, Davidson participated in 413 games over the course of his career. He was known for his speed on the base paths, contributing a total of 15 stolen bases, which showcased his ability to create opportunities for his team. Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .225, Davidson's tenacity and versatility allowed him to carve out a place in the competitive landscape of baseball during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Davidson’s offensive contributions included 149 hits, 6 home runs, and 57 RBIs, reflecting his role as a reliable, if not prolific, contributor in the lineup. His time in the league coincided with a period marked by the offensive explosion of the steroid era, which saw many players achieving extraordinary statistical feats. Nevertheless, Davidson's career serves as a testament to the perseverance required to succeed in Major League Baseball, especially as he navigated the challenges of a demanding sport during a transformative time in its history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 413 | 661 | 88 | 149 | 27 | 3 | 6 | 57 | 15 | 58 | 128 | 0.225 | 0.289 | 0.303 | 0.592 | -2001.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | MIN | AL | 36 | 68 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 22 | 0.118 | -593.6 |
| 1987 | MIN | AL | 102 | 150 | 32 | 40 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 9 | 13 | 26 | 0.267 | -373.6 |
| 1988 | MIN | AL | 100 | 106 | 22 | 23 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 3 | 10 | 20 | 0.217 | -265.4 |
| 1989 | HOU | NL | 33 | 65 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 0.200 | -166.4 |
| 1990 | HOU | NL | 57 | 130 | 12 | 38 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 10 | 18 | 0.292 | 3.2 |
| 1991 | HOU | NL | 85 | 142 | 10 | 27 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 12 | 28 | 0.190 | -606.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | WS | MIN | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1987 | ALCS | MIN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 345 | 165 | 463 | 8 | 8 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | MIN | OF | 31 | 17 | 48 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | MIN | OF | 86 | 40 | 102 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | MIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | MIN | OF | 91 | 32 | 103 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| 1989 | HOU | OF | 23 | 15 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | HOU | OF | 51 | 34 | 103 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1991 | HOU | OF | 63 | 27 | 71 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 125 |
| Center Field | 37 |
| Right Field | 198 |
| Designated Hitter | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | HOU | NL | $300,000 |
| 1990 | HOU | NL | $125,000 |
| 1988 | MIN | AL | $89,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $514,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | Charlotte | NC | 1979, 1980 |
| Clemson University | Clemson | SC | 1982 |