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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCR | AL | 34 | 94 | 11 | 29 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 3 | 13 | 29 | 0.309 | 174.4 |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 49 | 79 | 16 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 10 | 32 | 0.203 | -304.5 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCA | 2B | 31 | 26 | 56 | 77 | 1 | 16 |
| 1998 | KCA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | KCA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | KCA | 2B | 21 | 18 | 44 | 44 | 1 | 18 |
| 1999 | KCA | 3B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | KCA | SS | 10 | 4 | 11 | 22 | 0 | 3 |
| 1999 | KCA | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 |