Dax Jones, baseball player, 1996-1996

Dax Jones

Born: 8/4/1970 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1996-07-11 | Final Game: 1996-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Dax Xenos Jones

Biography

Dax Jones was a professional baseball player born in 1970, who played as a position player from July 11, 1996, to September 28, 1996. His career in Major League Baseball was brief, spanning just 34 games over a single season, but he made his mark during a competitive era for the sport. Jones showcased his skills primarily as a utility player, contributing both offensively and defensively during his time in the league. In his short career, Jones recorded 10 hits, including a home run, and drove in 7 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .172. He demonstrated speed on the basepaths, successfully stealing 2 bases. Although his tenure in the major leagues was limited, Jones's journey reflects the challenges faced by many players trying to establish themselves in a rapidly evolving game during the mid-1990s. His time in the league serves as a reminder of the dedication and perseverance required to compete at the highest levels of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
34 58 7 10 0 2 1 7 2 8 12 0.172 0.269 0.293 0.562 -293.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 33 12 46 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Center Field 29
Right Field 4

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1996 SFN NL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $109,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Creighton University Omaha NE 1989, 1990, 1991