Curt Ford, baseball player, 1985-1990

Curt Ford

Born: 10/11/1960 in Jackson, MS, USA

MLB Debut: 1985-06-22 | Final Game: 1990-05-27

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 150 lbs

Full name: Curtis Glenn Ford

Biography

Curt Ford was a professional baseball player born in 1960, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1985 until 1990. Primarily serving as a position player, Ford showcased his skills across 406 games during his career. He became known for his versatility on the field, contributing both offensively and defensively. Throughout his time in the league, he recorded 182 hits and achieved a batting average of .245. His ability to get on base was complemented by his speed, as he stole 36 bases, demonstrating his capability to disrupt opposing pitchers and defenses. Ford's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, marked by the emergence of power hitters and the evolution of offensive strategies. While he was not among the game's elite sluggers, posting 7 home runs and 89 RBIs, his contributions were significant in terms of team dynamics and situational play. His work ethic and determination earned him a place in the hearts of fans, and he remains a respected figure for those who remember the game during the late 1980s. After retiring on May 27, 1990, Ford left behind a legacy characterized by his commitment to the sport and his role as a reliable player on the teams he represented.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
406 742 88 182 37 8 7 89 36 66 126 0.245 0.305 0.345 0.650 -1409.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
9 22 3 7 0 0 0 2 2 2 0.318

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1987 WS SLN 5 13 1 4 0 0 0 2 1 1 0.308
1987 NLCS SLN 4 9 2 3 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.333

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 8 2 41 6 0 4
2B 1 0 0 1 0 0
OF 238 140 371 13 9 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 8
Second Base 1
Left Field 90
Center Field 7
Right Field 145

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1990 PHI NL $195,000
1989 PHI NL $111,000
1988 SLN NL $100,000
1987 SLN NL $70,000
1986 SLN NL $60,000
Total Career Earnings $536,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Jackson State University Jackson MS 1979, 1980, 1981