Mark Higgins
Born: 7/9/1963 in Miami, FL, USA
Died: 3/22/2017 in Duluth, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-09-07 | Final Game: 1989-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Mark Douglas Higgins
Biography
Mark Higgins, born in 1963, had a brief career in Major League Baseball that spanned a mere six games during the 1989 season. He made a notable entry into the league on September 7, 1989, and concluded his playing days shortly thereafter on September 24, 1989. As a position player, Higgins experienced the challenges of breaking into the major leagues, a time when many players were vying for roster spots amidst a competitive environment.
During his short tenure, Higgins recorded one hit, leading to a batting average of 0.1, with no home runs or RBIs to his name. While his statistics may not reflect a long or impactful career, his presence in the major leagues during this era was a testament to the rigorous journey many players undertook to reach baseball's highest level. Higgins remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark, however fleeting that opportunity may have been.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.100 | 0.182 | 0.100 | 0.282 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 6 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 5 | 3 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CLE | 1B | 5 | 3 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chipola College | Marianna | FL | 1982, 1983 |
| University of New Orleans | New Orleans | LA | 1984 |