Reggie Jefferson
Born: 9/25/1968 in Tallahassee, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-05-18 | Final Game: 1999-10-03
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Reginald Jirod Jefferson
Biography
Reggie Jefferson was a professional baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1991 to 1999. Born in 1968, Jefferson played primarily as a position player, amassing a career total of 680 games. Throughout his time on the field, he recorded 637 hits, which contributed to an impressive batting average of .300. Jefferson was known for his solid offensive capabilities, evidenced by his 72 home runs and 300 RBIs, which showcased his ability to drive in runs and contribute to his team's success.
Jefferson's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the introduction of power hitters and the increasing prevalence of home runs in the late 1990s. While he was not primarily known for speed, he did manage to steal 2 bases during his time in the league. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by consistency and a strong presence at the plate, making him a respected figure among his peers. Reggie Jefferson's career remains a reflection of the dynamic changes in baseball during the 1990s, highlighting the blend of traditional hitting skills and the emerging power game that characterized the era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 680 | 2123 | 285 | 637 | 131 | 11 | 72 | 300 | 2 | 146 | 451 | 0.300 | 0.349 | 0.474 | 0.823 | 3598.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 5 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 26 | 101 | 10 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 0.198 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 24 | 89 | 8 | 30 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0.337 | 236.2 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 113 | 366 | 35 | 91 | 11 | 2 | 10 | 34 | 1 | 28 | 78 | 0.249 | -510.4 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | 63 | 162 | 24 | 53 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 32 | 0 | 17 | 32 | 0.327 | 695.8 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 46 | 121 | 21 | 35 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 0 | 9 | 24 | 0.289 | 127.0 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | 122 | 386 | 67 | 134 | 30 | 4 | 19 | 74 | 0 | 25 | 89 | 0.347 | 2074.1 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | 136 | 489 | 74 | 156 | 33 | 1 | 13 | 67 | 1 | 24 | 93 | 0.319 | 904.8 |
| 1998 | BOS | AL | 62 | 196 | 24 | 60 | 16 | 1 | 8 | 31 | 0 | 21 | 40 | 0.306 | 662.2 |
| 1999 | BOS | AL | 83 | 206 | 21 | 57 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 17 | 54 | 0.277 | -93.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ALDS1 | BOS | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 115 | 95 | 861 | 87 | 13 | 87 |
| OF | 49 | 40 | 66 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CIN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 1991 | CLE | 1B | 26 | 26 | 252 | 24 | 2 | 28 |
| 1992 | CLE | 1B | 15 | 15 | 129 | 12 | 1 | 9 |
| 1993 | CLE | 1B | 15 | 13 | 112 | 10 | 3 | 10 |
| 1994 | SEA | 1B | 13 | 11 | 92 | 10 | 2 | 14 |
| 1994 | SEA | OF | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | 1B | 7 | 3 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 1995 | BOS | OF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | BOS | 1B | 16 | 14 | 117 | 16 | 1 | 8 |
| 1996 | BOS | OF | 45 | 37 | 61 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | BOS | 1B | 12 | 8 | 74 | 5 | 2 | 9 |
| 1998 | BOS | 1B | 7 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 1999 | BOS | 1B | 2 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 115 |
| Left Field | 49 |
| Designated Hitter | 433 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Player of the Week | Week of 1996-06-29 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | BOS | AL | $3,400,000 |
| 1998 | BOS | AL | $3,200,000 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | $1,900,000 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | $695,000 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | $562,500 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | $240,000 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | $142,500 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | $120,000 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | $100,000 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | $102,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $10,462,500 | ||