Jonny Gomes
Born: 11/22/1980 in Petaluma, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-09-12 | Final Game: 2015-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Jonathan Johnson Gomes
Biography
Jonny Gomes was a dynamic position player whose career spanned from 2003 to 2015. Born in 1980, Gomes made a name for himself in Major League Baseball with a reputation for power hitting and versatility on the field. Over the course of 1,203 games, he recorded 835 hits and 162 home runs, demonstrating a consistent ability to drive in runs with a total of 526 RBIs. His career batting average stood at .242, and he added 50 stolen bases to his offensive contributions, showcasing his speed and base-running acumen.
Gomes played in an era characterized by significant offensive output, and while he may not have been in the spotlight as some of his contemporaries, he earned respect for his work ethic and clutch performances. Known for his energetic personality and leadership qualities, he was a fan favorite and an important teammate in the locker room. He participated in key playoff moments, contributing to teams that aimed for championship glory, including his pivotal role in the Boston Red Sox's 2013 World Series championship run. After retiring in 2015, Gomes left a legacy as a player who embodied the spirit of competitiveness and resilience in baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1203 | 3456 | 495 | 835 | 157 | 14 | 162 | 526 | 50 | 417 | 1088 | 0.242 | 0.333 | 0.436 | 0.769 | 3912.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TBR | AL | 8 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TBR | AL | 5 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | TBR | AL | 101 | 348 | 61 | 98 | 13 | 6 | 21 | 54 | 9 | 39 | 113 | 0.282 | 1458.8 |
| 2006 | TBR | AL | 117 | 385 | 53 | 83 | 21 | 1 | 20 | 59 | 1 | 61 | 116 | 0.216 | -146.2 |
| 2007 | TBR | AL | 107 | 348 | 48 | 85 | 20 | 2 | 17 | 49 | 12 | 35 | 126 | 0.244 | 162.2 |
| 2008 | TBR | AL | 77 | 154 | 23 | 28 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 21 | 8 | 15 | 46 | 0.182 | -330.8 |
| 2009 | CIN | NL | 98 | 281 | 39 | 75 | 17 | 0 | 20 | 51 | 3 | 26 | 85 | 0.267 | 873.0 |
| 2010 | CIN | NL | 148 | 511 | 77 | 136 | 24 | 3 | 18 | 86 | 5 | 39 | 123 | 0.266 | 353.6 |
| 2011 | CIN | NL | 77 | 218 | 30 | 46 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 31 | 5 | 38 | 74 | 0.211 | 169.7 |
| 2011 | WAS | NL | 43 | 93 | 11 | 19 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 31 | 0.204 | 169.7 |
| 2012 | OAK | AL | 99 | 279 | 46 | 73 | 10 | 0 | 18 | 47 | 3 | 44 | 104 | 0.262 | 1217.4 |
| 2013 | BOS | AL | 116 | 312 | 49 | 77 | 17 | 0 | 13 | 52 | 1 | 43 | 89 | 0.247 | 553.1 |
| 2014 | BOS | AL | 78 | 209 | 22 | 49 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 32 | 0 | 26 | 70 | 0.234 | -20.3 |
| 2014 | OAK | AL | 34 | 64 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 18 | 0.234 | -20.3 |
| 2015 | ATL | NL | 83 | 195 | 27 | 43 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 22 | 1 | 28 | 67 | 0.221 | -88.2 |
| 2015 | KCR | AL | 12 | 30 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0.167 | -88.2 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 18.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | ATL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 18.00 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 49 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 15 | 0.143 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ALWC | OAK | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2013 | WS | BOS | 6 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0.118 |
| 2013 | ALDS1 | BOS | 4 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0.222 |
| 2013 | ALCS | BOS | 5 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.188 |
| 2012 | ALDS2 | OAK | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2010 | NLDS1 | CIN | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 730 | 607 | 1050 | 36 | 19 | 7 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | TBA | OF | 50 | 48 | 98 | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| 2006 | TBA | OF | 8 | 8 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TBA | OF | 57 | 50 | 95 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 | TBA | OF | 30 | 21 | 38 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | CIN | OF | 70 | 66 | 103 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 | CIN | OF | 129 | 126 | 197 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| 2011 | CIN | OF | 54 | 51 | 81 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | WAS | OF | 30 | 22 | 46 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | OAK | OF | 42 | 28 | 65 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | BOS | OF | 101 | 67 | 119 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 2014 | BOS | OF | 75 | 53 | 97 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 | OAK | OF | 19 | 14 | 25 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | ATL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | ATL | OF | 59 | 47 | 64 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | KCA | OF | 6 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Left Field | 568 |
| Right Field | 168 |
| Designated Hitter | 349 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | ATL | NL | $4,000,000 |
| 2014 | BOS | AL | $5,000,000 |
| 2013 | BOS | AL | $5,000,000 |
| 2012 | OAK | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2011 | CIN | NL | $1,750,000 |
| 2010 | CIN | NL | $800,000 |
| 2008 | TBA | AL | $1,275,000 |
| 2007 | TBA | AL | $407,800 |
| 2006 | TBA | AL | $355,800 |
| Total Career Earnings | $19,588,600 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa Junior College | Santa Rosa | CA | 2001 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 39.0 | 140 | 2 |