Marcus Jensen
Born: 12/14/1972 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-04-14 | Final Game: 2002-06-23
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Marcus Christian Jensen
Biography
Marcus Jensen, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1996 until 2002. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 145 games, primarily contributing to his teams as a utility player. Jensen was known for his versatility on the field, although his offensive statistics reflected a struggle at the plate. He recorded a batting average of .184, with 63 hits, 6 home runs, and 29 RBIs during his time in Major League Baseball.
Jensen's career unfolded during a period marked by significant changes in the game, including the rising emphasis on offensive power and the emergence of advanced analytics. Although he did not achieve standout batting numbers, his resilience and ability to fill various roles on the roster made him a valuable asset to his teams. His journey through the majors serves as a testament to the dedication required to compete at the highest level of baseball, despite the challenges faced along the way.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 145 | 343 | 33 | 63 | 16 | 1 | 6 | 29 | 0 | 50 | 106 | 0.184 | 0.287 | 0.289 | 0.575 | -906.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SFG | NL | 9 | 19 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | DET | AL | 8 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | SFG | NL | 30 | 74 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 23 | 0.149 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | STL | NL | 16 | 34 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | MIN | AL | 52 | 139 | 16 | 29 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 24 | 36 | 0.209 | -362.6 |
| 2001 | BOS | AL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | 11 | 25 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | MIL | NL | 16 | 35 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.114 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 134 | 92 | 622 | 51 | 10 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SFN | C | 7 | 6 | 37 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 1997 | DET | C | 8 | 3 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | SFN | C | 28 | 19 | 106 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| 1998 | MIL | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | SLN | C | 14 | 10 | 71 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 | MIN | C | 49 | 37 | 261 | 13 | 2 | 3 |
| 2001 | BOS | C | 1 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | TEX | C | 11 | 6 | 35 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MIL | C | 15 | 10 | 73 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 134 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | MIN | AL | $285,000 |
| 1997 | SFN | NL | $151,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $436,500 | ||