Brook Jacoby
Born: 11/23/1959 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-09-13 | Final Game: 1992-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Brook Wallace Jacoby
Biography
Brook Jacoby, born in 1959, was a prominent position player who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball during his career from 1981 to 1992. Known for his solid hitting and defensive skills, Jacoby played a total of 1,311 games, amassing 1,220 hits, 120 home runs, and 545 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .270. His ability to produce offensively was complemented by his base-running agility, as he recorded 16 stolen bases throughout his career.
Jacoby was selected as an All-Star twice, showcasing his talent among the elite players of his era. He played during a transformative period in baseball, which saw the game evolve with an increased emphasis on power hitting and the emergence of new offensive strategies. His contributions on the field helped shape the teams he played for and left a lasting impact on the game. Upon retiring on October 4, 1992, Jacoby's legacy as a reliable player and team leader was firmly established, earning him a respected place in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1311 | 4520 | 535 | 1220 | 204 | 24 | 120 | 545 | 16 | 439 | 764 | 0.270 | 0.334 | 0.405 | 0.739 | 4032.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | ATL | NL | 11 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | ATL | NL | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | CLE | AL | 126 | 439 | 64 | 116 | 19 | 3 | 7 | 40 | 3 | 32 | 73 | 0.264 | -351.2 |
| 1985 | CLE | AL | 161 | 606 | 72 | 166 | 26 | 3 | 20 | 87 | 2 | 48 | 120 | 0.274 | 495.8 |
| 1986 | CLE | AL | 158 | 583 | 83 | 168 | 30 | 4 | 17 | 80 | 2 | 56 | 137 | 0.288 | 1170.7 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | 155 | 540 | 73 | 162 | 26 | 4 | 32 | 69 | 2 | 75 | 73 | 0.300 | 2888.8 |
| 1988 | CLE | AL | 152 | 552 | 59 | 133 | 25 | 0 | 9 | 49 | 2 | 48 | 101 | 0.241 | -929.2 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 147 | 519 | 49 | 141 | 26 | 5 | 13 | 64 | 2 | 62 | 90 | 0.272 | 1046.1 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 155 | 553 | 77 | 162 | 24 | 4 | 14 | 75 | 1 | 63 | 58 | 0.293 | 1396.1 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 66 | 231 | 14 | 54 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 0 | 16 | 32 | 0.234 | -488.9 |
| 1991 | OAK | AL | 56 | 188 | 14 | 40 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 11 | 22 | 0.213 | -488.9 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 120 | 291 | 30 | 76 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 36 | 0 | 28 | 54 | 0.261 | -334.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 153 | 122 | 1091 | 72 | 7 | 103 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 1166 | 1103 | 776 | 2058 | 123 | 168 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | ATL | 3B | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | ATL | 3B | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CLE | 3B | 126 | 125 | 86 | 187 | 14 | 17 |
| 1984 | CLE | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | CLE | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | CLE | 3B | 161 | 158 | 114 | 319 | 19 | 26 |
| 1986 | CLE | 3B | 158 | 155 | 109 | 292 | 25 | 24 |
| 1987 | CLE | 1B | 7 | 6 | 58 | 7 | 0 | 5 |
| 1987 | CLE | 3B | 144 | 142 | 134 | 254 | 22 | 19 |
| 1988 | CLE | 3B | 151 | 149 | 99 | 298 | 10 | 23 |
| 1989 | CLE | 3B | 144 | 144 | 92 | 268 | 17 | 15 |
| 1990 | CLE | 1B | 78 | 62 | 584 | 28 | 2 | 61 |
| 1990 | CLE | 3B | 99 | 90 | 44 | 158 | 4 | 14 |
| 1991 | CLE | 1B | 55 | 47 | 379 | 32 | 5 | 27 |
| 1991 | CLE | 3B | 15 | 14 | 11 | 29 | 0 | 3 |
| 1991 | OAK | 1B | 3 | 2 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 1991 | OAK | 3B | 52 | 47 | 38 | 72 | 2 | 9 |
| 1992 | CLE | 1B | 10 | 5 | 45 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| 1992 | CLE | 3B | 111 | 77 | 46 | 175 | 10 | 17 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 153 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1166 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Player of the Month | June |
| 1986 | Player of the Week | Week of 1986-09-26 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | CLE | AL | $550,000 |
| 1991 | OAK | AL | $1,150,000 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | $987,500 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | $962,500 |
| 1988 | CLE | AL | $812,500 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | $612,500 |
| 1986 | CLE | AL | $437,500 |
| 1985 | CLE | AL | $140,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,652,500 | ||