John-Ford Griffin, baseball player, 2005-2007

John-Ford Griffin

Born: 11/19/1979 in Sarasota, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 2005-09-06 | Final Game: 2007-09-30

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: John-Ford David Griffin

Biography

John-Ford Griffin, born in 1979, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 2005 to 2007. Over his brief career, Griffin appeared in 13 games in Major League Baseball, showcasing his potential with a notable batting average of .304. He recorded 7 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 9 RBIs, demonstrating his ability to make impactful contributions in limited opportunities on the field. Griffin's playing career occurred during a dynamic era in baseball, marked by the increasing influence of advanced statistics and the evolving approaches to player development. Though his time in the majors was relatively short, his performance highlighted the significance of efficiency and production in a game increasingly dominated by power hitters. Despite retiring with a limited but impressive body of work, Griffin remains a part of baseball history, representing the challenges and triumphs faced by players striving to make their mark in the competitive landscape of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
13 23 7 7 3 0 2 9 0 3 9 0.304 0.370 0.696 1.066 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 3 3 5 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Right Field 3
Designated Hitter 7

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Florida State University Tallahassee FL 1999, 2000, 2001