Damion Easley, baseball player, 163 home runs, 1992-2008

Damion Easley

Born: 11/11/1969 in New York, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1992-08-13 | Final Game: 2008-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 155 lbs

Full name: Jacinto Damion Easley

Biography

Damion Easley, born in 1969, enjoyed a prolific career as a versatile position player in Major League Baseball from 1992 until his retirement in 2008. Over the course of 1,706 games, Easley established himself as a reliable contributor both at the plate and in the field. He recorded 1,386 hits, 163 home runs, and 684 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and provide power in crucial situations. With a batting average of .253 and 114 stolen bases, Easley demonstrated a balanced skill set that combined offensive production with speed on the base paths. Easley was selected as an All-Star during his career, which reflected his status as a respected player in the league. His career spanned multiple teams, including the California Angels, Detroit Tigers, and Florida Marlins, allowing fans to see his talents across different franchises. As a player who thrived in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Easley's contributions to the game were emblematic of an era that valued versatility and a well-rounded approach to offensive play. His legacy is marked by his ability to adapt and succeed in various roles, making him a notable figure in the annals of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1706 5484 735 1386 287 27 163 684 114 510 935 0.253 0.329 0.404 0.733 -3216.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 27 21 170 10 2 19
2B 1172 1107 2171 3321 91 772
3B 173 151 117 306 21 27
OF 24 15 26 0 2 0
SS 199 119 189 366 15 76

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 27
Second Base 1171
Third Base 174
Shortstop 199
Left Field 10
Center Field 2
Right Field 12
Designated Hitter 24

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1998 Player of the Week Week of 1998-05-23
1998 Silver Slugger 2B

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2008 NYN NL $950,000
2007 NYN NL $850,000
2006 ARI NL $700,000
2005 FLO NL $750,000
2004 FLO NL $300,000
2002 DET AL $6,250,000
2001 DET AL $5,075,000
2000 DET AL $3,950,000
1999 DET AL $3,350,000
1998 DET AL $2,050,000
1997 DET AL $675,000
1996 CAL AL $305,000
1995 CAL AL $230,000
1994 CAL AL $170,000
1993 CAL AL $112,500
Total Career Earnings $25,717,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Long Beach City College Long Beach CA 1988, 1989