Mike Devereaux
Born: 4/10/1963 in Casper, WY, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-09-02 | Final Game: 1998-04-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Michael Devereaux
Biography
Mike Devereaux, born in 1963, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1987 to 1998. A versatile position player, Devereaux played in a total of 1,086 games, amassing 949 hits and 105 home runs. He demonstrated a strong ability to drive in runs, finishing his career with 480 RBIs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 85 stolen bases. With a batting average of .254, he contributed significantly to the teams he played for, particularly during the late 1980s and 1990s.
Devereaux is perhaps best remembered for his standout performance in the postseason, where he earned the NLCS MVP award, highlighting his ability to excel under pressure. Throughout his career, he played in an era marked by the evolving role of power hitters and the increasing emphasis on speed and athleticism in the game. His contributions on the field not only reflected his individual talent but also made him a valuable asset to his teams, leaving a lasting impact on baseball during his tenure.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1086 | 3740 | 491 | 949 | 170 | 33 | 105 | 480 | 85 | 296 | 635 | 0.254 | 0.308 | 0.401 | 0.709 | -1740.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | LAD | NL | 19 | 54 | 7 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 0.222 | -251.9 |
| 1988 | LAD | NL | 30 | 43 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.116 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | BAL | AL | 122 | 391 | 55 | 104 | 14 | 3 | 8 | 46 | 22 | 36 | 60 | 0.266 | 150.0 |
| 1990 | BAL | AL | 108 | 367 | 48 | 88 | 18 | 1 | 12 | 49 | 13 | 28 | 48 | 0.240 | -365.1 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 149 | 608 | 82 | 158 | 27 | 10 | 19 | 59 | 16 | 47 | 115 | 0.260 | 425.7 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | 156 | 653 | 76 | 180 | 29 | 11 | 24 | 107 | 10 | 44 | 94 | 0.276 | 1279.3 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 131 | 527 | 72 | 132 | 31 | 3 | 14 | 75 | 3 | 43 | 99 | 0.250 | -530.9 |
| 1994 | BAL | AL | 85 | 301 | 35 | 61 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 33 | 1 | 22 | 72 | 0.203 | -1415.0 |
| 1995 | ATL | NL | 29 | 55 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 0.255 | -148.8 |
| 1995 | CHW | AL | 92 | 333 | 48 | 102 | 21 | 1 | 10 | 55 | 6 | 25 | 51 | 0.306 | -148.8 |
| 1996 | BAL | AL | 127 | 323 | 49 | 74 | 11 | 2 | 8 | 34 | 8 | 34 | 53 | 0.229 | -976.3 |
| 1997 | TEX | AL | 29 | 72 | 8 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 10 | 0.208 | -384.0 |
| 1998 | LAD | NL | 9 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 25 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 0.240 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | ALCS | BAL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1996 | ALDS1 | BAL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1995 | NLDS1 | ATL | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 |
| 1995 | WS | ATL | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 1995 | NLCS | ATL | 4 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0.308 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1040 | 885 | 2410 | 44 | 29 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | LAN | OF | 18 | 11 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | LAN | OF | 26 | 5 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | BAL | OF | 112 | 97 | 288 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 1990 | BAL | OF | 104 | 93 | 281 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 1991 | BAL | OF | 149 | 138 | 399 | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| 1992 | BAL | OF | 155 | 155 | 431 | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| 1993 | BAL | OF | 130 | 130 | 311 | 8 | 4 | 3 |
| 1994 | BAL | OF | 84 | 77 | 203 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 | ATL | OF | 27 | 7 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | CHA | OF | 90 | 81 | 187 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1996 | BAL | OF | 112 | 68 | 170 | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| 1997 | TEX | OF | 28 | 20 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | LAN | OF | 5 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 70 |
| Center Field | 774 |
| Right Field | 227 |
| Designated Hitter | 19 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NLCS MVP | |
| 1992 | Player of the Week | Week of 1992-06-20 |
| 1992 | TSN All-Star | OF |
| 1990 | Player of the Week | Week of 1990-07-28 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | LAN | NL | $250,000 |
| 1997 | TEX | AL | $250,000 |
| 1996 | BAL | AL | $900,000 |
| 1995 | CHA | AL | $1,350,000 |
| 1994 | BAL | AL | $3,375,000 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | $3,025,000 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | $1,025,000 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | $210,000 |
| 1990 | BAL | AL | $145,000 |
| 1989 | BAL | AL | $80,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $10,610,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1984, 1985 |
| Mesa Community College | Mesa | AZ | 1982, 1983 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 7th | 109.0 | 392 | 0 |