Geoff Jenkins, baseball player, 221 home runs, 1998-2008

Geoff Jenkins

Born: 7/21/1974 in Olympia, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 1998-04-24 | Final Game: 2008-09-28

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Geoffrey Scott Jenkins

Biography

Geoff Jenkins was a professional baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during his career, which spanned from 1998 to 2008. Born in 1974, Jenkins was known for his strong offensive capabilities and versatility as a position player. Over 1,349 games, he amassed a total of 1,293 hits, 221 home runs, and 733 runs batted in, achieving an impressive batting average of .275. While he was not primarily known for his speed, Jenkins did contribute with 32 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to be a threat on the basepaths when needed. Jenkins’s career was highlighted by his selection as an All-Star, marking him as one of the standout players of his era. He played during a time when the game was undergoing significant changes, including the rise of power hitting and the burgeoning focus on offensive statistics. His contributions to the teams he played for, particularly the Milwaukee Brewers, helped solidify his legacy as a reliable hitter and an integral part of the lineup. Geoff Jenkins left a lasting impression on the game, remembered for his consistent performance and dedication to the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1349 4700 688 1293 303 22 221 733 32 418 1186 0.275 0.344 0.490 0.834 8918.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
5 4 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.250

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2008 WS PHI 2 2 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.500
2008 NLDS2 PHI 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
2008 NLCS PHI 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1277 1210 2381 98 42 28

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 910
Right Field 368
Designated Hitter 5

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2001 Player of the Week Week of 2001-04-28

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2008 PHI NL $5,000,000
2007 MIL NL $7,333,333
2006 MIL NL $7,833,333
2005 MIL NL $7,333,333
2004 MIL NL $8,737,500
2003 MIL NL $5,187,500
2002 MIL NL $3,187,500
2001 MIL NL $1,187,500
2000 MIL NL $282,000
1999 MIL NL $216,000
Total Career Earnings $46,297,999

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Southern California Los Angeles CA 1993, 1994, 1995