Jed Hansen, baseball player, 1997-1999

Jed Hansen

Born: 8/19/1972 in Tacoma, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 1997-07-29 | Final Game: 1999-09-22

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Jed Ramon Hansen

Biography

Jed Hansen, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 1999. Over the course of his brief but notable career, Hansen appeared in 87 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player. He recorded 45 hits and demonstrated power with 4 home runs, while contributing 19 RBIs to his teams. His batting average of .256 reflected a solid performance during an era that saw a mix of offensive prowess and evolving pitching strategies. Hansen's playing style was marked by versatility, as he was capable of filling various positions on the diamond. He also displayed speed on the base paths, accumulating 3 stolen bases during his tenure in the league. Although his career was relatively short, Hansen left an impression through his dedication and contributions to the teams he played for. His journey through the late 1990s, a time marked by a burgeoning emphasis on offensive production, positioned him within a transformative period in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
87 176 27 45 7 1 4 19 3 23 64 0.256 0.342 0.375 0.717 -130.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 0 0 0 0
2B 54 44 101 121 2 34
3B 4 0 2 1 0 0
OF 2 0 0 0 0 0
SS 10 4 11 22 0 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Second Base 54
Third Base 4
Shortstop 10
Center Field 2
Designated Hitter 3

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1999 KCA AL $204,000
1998 KCA AL $172,500
1997 KCA AL $150,000
Total Career Earnings $526,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Stanford University Palo Alto CA 1992, 1993, 1994