Garth Iorg, baseball player, 1978-1987

Garth Iorg

Born: 10/12/1954 in Arcata, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1978-04-09 | Final Game: 1987-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Garth Ray Iorg

Biography

Garth Iorg was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1978 to 1987. Born in 1954, Iorg played primarily for the Toronto Blue Jays and displayed a solid overall game during his nine-year career. Over the course of 931 games, he accumulated 633 hits, with a batting average of .258. Known for his ability to deliver in clutch situations, Iorg recorded 238 RBIs and hit 20 home runs. Additionally, he showcased speed on the basepaths with 23 stolen bases, contributing to his team's offensive efforts. Iorg's playing style was characterized by his adaptability on the field, allowing him to fill various positions as needed, which was particularly valuable during a time of evolving player roles in baseball. His career coincided with the emergence of the Blue Jays as a competitive team in the American League, and he played a significant part in their development during the franchise's formative years. While Iorg may not have been a superstar, his consistent performance and team-oriented approach earned him respect among teammates and fans alike, cementing his legacy as a reliable contributor in the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
931 2450 251 633 125 16 20 238 23 114 298 0.258 0.292 0.347 0.639 -5392.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
6 15 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 3 0.133

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1985 ALCS TOR 6 15 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 3 0.133

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 12 1 31 4 0 9
2B 338 269 544 827 33 167
3B 556 328 259 723 46 69
OF 14 8 12 0 0 0
SS 8 1 7 8 0 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 12
Second Base 340
Third Base 560
Shortstop 9
Left Field 13
Center Field 1
Designated Hitter 11

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1987 TOR AL $380,000
1986 TOR AL $306,667
1985 TOR AL $256,667
Total Career Earnings $943,334