Tom Goodwin
Born: 7/27/1968 in Fresno, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-09-01 | Final Game: 2004-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Thomas Jones Goodwin
Biography
Tom Goodwin was an accomplished professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1991 to 2004. Born in 1968, Goodwin played primarily as an outfielder and infielder, showcasing his versatility on the field. Over the course of his career, he participated in 1,288 games and recorded 1,029 hits, achieving a batting average of .268. Known for his speed and base-running ability, Goodwin stole an impressive 369 bases, making him one of the more dynamic players of his era.
Throughout his career, Goodwin demonstrated a knack for getting on base and contributing offensively, tallying 284 RBIs and hitting 24 home runs. His playing style was characterized by aggressive base-running and solid defense, attributes that endeared him to fans and coaches alike. As a player in the 1990s and early 2000s, he was part of a league increasingly emphasizing speed and athleticism, and he utilized these qualities to leave a lasting impact on the game. Goodwin's contributions to his teams were significant, and he remains a notable figure in the history of baseball for his accomplishments and exciting playing style.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1288 | 3846 | 636 | 1029 | 125 | 39 | 24 | 284 | 369 | 365 | 660 | 0.268 | 0.332 | 0.339 | 0.671 | -8315.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAD | NL | 16 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | LAD | NL | 57 | 73 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 0.233 | -230.7 |
| 1993 | LAD | NL | 30 | 17 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.294 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | KCR | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | KCR | AL | 133 | 480 | 72 | 138 | 16 | 3 | 4 | 28 | 50 | 38 | 72 | 0.287 | -541.2 |
| 1996 | KCR | AL | 143 | 524 | 80 | 148 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 35 | 66 | 39 | 79 | 0.282 | -1376.5 |
| 1997 | KCR | AL | 97 | 367 | 51 | 100 | 13 | 4 | 2 | 22 | 34 | 19 | 51 | 0.272 | -944.7 |
| 1997 | TEX | AL | 53 | 207 | 39 | 49 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 16 | 25 | 37 | 0.237 | -944.7 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | 154 | 520 | 102 | 151 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 33 | 38 | 73 | 90 | 0.290 | -209.1 |
| 1999 | TEX | AL | 109 | 405 | 63 | 105 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 33 | 39 | 40 | 61 | 0.259 | -1197.9 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | 91 | 317 | 65 | 86 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 47 | 39 | 50 | 76 | 0.271 | -83.7 |
| 2000 | LAD | NL | 56 | 211 | 29 | 53 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 16 | 18 | 41 | 0.251 | -83.7 |
| 2001 | LAD | NL | 105 | 286 | 51 | 66 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 58 | 0.231 | -1057.8 |
| 2002 | SFG | NL | 78 | 154 | 23 | 40 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 25 | 0.260 | -321.3 |
| 2003 | CHC | NL | 87 | 171 | 26 | 49 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 19 | 11 | 33 | 0.287 | -272.4 |
| 2004 | CHC | NL | 77 | 105 | 11 | 21 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 22 | 0.200 | -628.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 25 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 0.160 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NLCS | CHN | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 |
| 2003 | NLDS2 | CHN | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 2002 | NLDS1 | SFN | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2002 | NLCS | SFN | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2002 | WS | SFN | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 1999 | ALDS2 | TEX | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.143 |
| 1998 | ALDS2 | TEX | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1092 | 921 | 2346 | 34 | 22 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAN | OF | 5 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | LAN | OF | 45 | 17 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | LAN | OF | 12 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | KCA | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | KCA | OF | 130 | 129 | 292 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| 1996 | KCA | OF | 136 | 130 | 303 | 7 | 5 | 1 |
| 1997 | KCA | OF | 96 | 93 | 232 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | TEX | OF | 51 | 49 | 138 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | TEX | OF | 150 | 129 | 370 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 1999 | TEX | OF | 107 | 104 | 258 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 | COL | OF | 88 | 76 | 208 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000 | LAN | OF | 55 | 50 | 138 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | LAN | OF | 78 | 69 | 153 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | SFN | OF | 53 | 31 | 98 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | CHN | OF | 57 | 32 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | CHN | OF | 28 | 11 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 237 |
| Center Field | 858 |
| Right Field | 35 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | CHN | NL | $650,000 |
| 2003 | CHN | NL | $635,000 |
| 2001 | LAN | NL | $3,416,667 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | $3,416,667 |
| 1999 | TEX | AL | $3,225,000 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | $2,350,000 |
| 1997 | KCA | AL | $1,050,000 |
| 1996 | KCA | AL | $312,500 |
| 1995 | KCA | AL | $145,000 |
| 1994 | KCA | AL | $143,500 |
| 1993 | LAN | NL | $140,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $15,484,334 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fresno | Fresno | CA | 1987, 1988, 1989 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 9th | 1.0 | 140 | 0 |