Clarence Jones
Born: 11/7/1940 in Birmingham, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-04-20 | Final Game: 1968-09-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Clarence Woodrow Jones
Biography
Clarence Jones was a professional baseball player born in 1940, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball during a brief but notable career from 1967 to 1968. Over the course of 58 games, he demonstrated his skills with a batting average of .248, recording 34 hits, including 2 home runs, and driving in 16 runs. Jones' time in the league came during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to move away from the deadball era and embrace a more offensive-oriented style of play.
Despite the brevity of his career, Jones contributed to his teams with solid performances, showcasing a balanced approach at the plate. His ability to make contact and contribute runs helped him leave a mark during his time in the majors, even though he did not register any stolen bases. Jones' legacy may not be overwhelmingly prominent in the annals of baseball history, but his journey through the sport reflects the experiences of many players who navigated the challenges and competition of the late 1960s MLB landscape. He retired after the 1968 season, concluding a career that, while short, was part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | 137 | 13 | 34 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 16 | 34 | 0.248 | 0.318 | 0.343 | 0.662 | -18.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | CHC | NL | 53 | 135 | 13 | 34 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 14 | 33 | 0.252 | -18.0 |
| 1968 | CHC | NL | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 14 | 8 | 90 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| OF | 31 | 29 | 45 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | CHN | 1B | 13 | 8 | 88 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 1967 | CHN | OF | 31 | 29 | 45 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1968 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 14 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 29 |