Darrin Jackson
Born: 8/22/1963 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-06-17 | Final Game: 1999-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Darrin Jay Jackson
Biography
Darrin Jackson was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1999. Born in 1963, Jackson played as a position player, participating in a total of 960 games throughout his career. He was known for his versatility on the field, showcasing the ability to play various positions while contributing significantly to his teams' offensive efforts.
Across his career, Jackson recorded 676 hits, including 80 home runs and 317 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .257. He also demonstrated speed on the bases, finishing with 43 stolen bases. Jackson's playing style was characterized by a combination of power and speed, making him an impactful player during a time when the game was evolving, particularly in the late 1980s and 1990s. His contributions to the teams he played for, including the San Diego Padres and the Chicago White Sox, left a lasting impression, earning him recognition among his peers and fans alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 960 | 2629 | 311 | 676 | 114 | 15 | 80 | 317 | 43 | 131 | 480 | 0.257 | 0.293 | 0.403 | 0.696 | -2561.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CHC | NL | 5 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | CHC | NL | 7 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.800 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | CHC | NL | 100 | 188 | 29 | 50 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 20 | 4 | 5 | 28 | 0.266 | 105.6 |
| 1989 | CHC | NL | 45 | 83 | 7 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 17 | 0.229 | -200.5 |
| 1989 | SDP | NL | 25 | 87 | 10 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 17 | 0.207 | -200.5 |
| 1990 | SDP | NL | 58 | 113 | 10 | 29 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 24 | 0.257 | -191.2 |
| 1991 | SDP | NL | 122 | 359 | 51 | 94 | 12 | 1 | 21 | 49 | 5 | 27 | 66 | 0.262 | 698.6 |
| 1992 | SDP | NL | 155 | 587 | 72 | 146 | 23 | 5 | 17 | 70 | 14 | 26 | 106 | 0.249 | -646.5 |
| 1993 | NYN | NL | 31 | 87 | 4 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 0.195 | -585.4 |
| 1993 | TOR | AL | 46 | 176 | 15 | 38 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 19 | 0 | 8 | 53 | 0.216 | -585.4 |
| 1994 | CHW | AL | 104 | 369 | 43 | 115 | 17 | 3 | 10 | 51 | 7 | 27 | 56 | 0.312 | 525.0 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 49 | 130 | 19 | 33 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 21 | 2 | 4 | 21 | 0.254 | -440.6 |
| 1997 | ATL | AL | 26 | 81 | 7 | 22 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 0.272 | -440.6 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | 114 | 204 | 20 | 49 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 1 | 9 | 37 | 0.240 | -624.4 |
| 1999 | CHW | AL | 73 | 149 | 22 | 41 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 4 | 3 | 20 | 0.275 | -284.9 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9.00 | - |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 838 | 619 | 1704 | 46 | 20 | 21 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | CHN | OF | 4 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CHN | OF | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | CHN | OF | 74 | 40 | 116 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | CHN | OF | 39 | 17 | 61 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| 1989 | SDN | OF | 24 | 23 | 60 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 1990 | SDN | OF | 39 | 22 | 63 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1991 | SDN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | SDN | OF | 98 | 84 | 243 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 1992 | SDN | OF | 153 | 151 | 436 | 18 | 2 | 9 |
| 1993 | NYN | OF | 26 | 23 | 51 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1993 | TOR | OF | 46 | 46 | 86 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | CHA | OF | 102 | 87 | 223 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 | MIN | OF | 44 | 34 | 93 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 | ML4 | OF | 26 | 20 | 55 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | MIL | OF | 94 | 37 | 106 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | CHA | OF | 64 | 31 | 103 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Left Field | 184 |
| Center Field | 510 |
| Right Field | 188 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | CHA | AL | $425,000 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | $550,000 |
| 1997 | ML4 | AL | $275,000 |
| 1994 | CHA | AL | $750,000 |
| 1993 | TOR | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 1992 | SDN | NL | $805,000 |
| 1990 | SDN | NL | $145,000 |
| 1989 | SDN | NL | $90,000 |
| 1988 | CHN | NL | $63,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,203,500 | ||