Paul Householder
Born: 9/4/1958 in Columbus, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-08-26 | Final Game: 1987-06-03
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Paul Wesley Householder
Biography
Paul Householder was a professional baseball player born in 1958 who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1980 until his retirement in 1987. Playing primarily as an outfielder, Householder showcased a blend of speed and power during his career, participating in 466 games across several seasons. He recorded a total of 313 hits, which included 29 home runs, and he drove in 144 runs, contributing to his team's offensive efforts. Householder also demonstrated his base-running ability, finishing his career with 36 stolen bases, which highlighted his agility on the field.
Householder's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball history, marked by evolving player roles and strategies. Despite his relatively modest batting average of .236, Householder's contributions were significant as he adapted to the demands of the game and carved out a niche as a reliable position player. His journey through the league reflected the broader changes in baseball, including the increasing emphasis on versatility and speed that characterized the sport in the 1980s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 466 | 1326 | 146 | 313 | 60 | 11 | 29 | 144 | 36 | 126 | 250 | 0.236 | 0.304 | 0.363 | 0.667 | -1216.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | CIN | NL | 20 | 45 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 0.244 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | CIN | NL | 23 | 69 | 12 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 10 | 16 | 0.275 | 182.3 |
| 1982 | CIN | NL | 138 | 417 | 40 | 88 | 11 | 5 | 9 | 34 | 17 | 30 | 77 | 0.211 | -1473.5 |
| 1983 | CIN | NL | 123 | 380 | 40 | 97 | 24 | 4 | 6 | 43 | 12 | 44 | 60 | 0.255 | 125.7 |
| 1984 | CIN | NL | 14 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | STL | NL | 13 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | ATL | AL | 95 | 299 | 41 | 77 | 15 | 0 | 11 | 34 | 1 | 27 | 60 | 0.258 | 177.1 |
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 26 | 78 | 4 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 7 | 16 | 0.218 | -227.7 |
| 1987 | HOU | NL | 14 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 414 | 314 | 738 | 29 | 7 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | CIN | OF | 14 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | CIN | OF | 19 | 14 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CIN | OF | 131 | 100 | 220 | 14 | 2 | 4 |
| 1983 | CIN | OF | 112 | 95 | 221 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | CIN | OF | 10 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | SLN | OF | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | ML4 | OF | 91 | 77 | 202 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 1986 | ML4 | OF | 22 | 17 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | HOU | OF | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 33 |
| Center Field | 96 |
| Right Field | 309 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | ML4 | AL | $215,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $215,000 | ||