Barry Evans
Born: 11/30/1955 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-09-04 | Final Game: 1982-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Barry Steven Evans
Biography
Barry Evans, born in 1955, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1978 to 1982. As a position player, Evans appeared in 224 games over the course of his career. He amassed 126 hits, contributing to a batting average of .251. Known for his versatility on the field, Evans demonstrated his ability to produce in various roles, finishing his career with 2 home runs and 41 runs batted in (RBIs). Additionally, he showcased speed on the base paths, recording 3 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Evans played during an era characterized by a transition in baseball, as teams began to emphasize power hitting and advanced analytics. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions as a reliable role player were valuable to the teams he played for. His career, although brief, reflects the dedication and competitive spirit that defined many players of his generation.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 224 | 501 | 40 | 126 | 17 | 3 | 2 | 41 | 3 | 41 | 62 | 0.251 | 0.304 | 0.309 | 0.614 | -1257.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | SDP | NL | 24 | 90 | 7 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.267 | -229.8 |
| 1979 | SDP | NL | 56 | 162 | 9 | 35 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 0.216 | -913.2 |
| 1980 | SDP | NL | 73 | 125 | 11 | 29 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 17 | 21 | 0.232 | -255.1 |
| 1981 | SDP | NL | 54 | 93 | 11 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 0.323 | 140.8 |
| 1982 | NYY | AL | 17 | 31 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0.258 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 11 | 9 | 77 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| 2B | 34 | 22 | 57 | 66 | 1 | 14 |
| 3B | 150 | 97 | 71 | 239 | 13 | 19 |
| SS | 12 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | SDN | 3B | 24 | 23 | 13 | 59 | 4 | 4 |
| 1979 | SDN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | SDN | 3B | 53 | 44 | 30 | 108 | 7 | 12 |
| 1979 | SDN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | SDN | 2B | 19 | 15 | 33 | 42 | 1 | 9 |
| 1980 | SDN | 3B | 43 | 18 | 16 | 41 | 1 | 2 |
| 1980 | SDN | SS | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | SDN | 1B | 10 | 9 | 75 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| 1981 | SDN | 2B | 6 | 2 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 1981 | SDN | 3B | 24 | 9 | 10 | 21 | 1 | 1 |
| 1981 | SDN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | NYA | 2B | 8 | 5 | 11 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 1982 | NYA | 3B | 6 | 3 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | NYA | SS | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 11 |
| Second Base | 34 |
| Third Base | 150 |
| Shortstop | 12 |