Tom Goodwin, baseball player, 1991-2004

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

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

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