James Jones
Born: 9/24/1988 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 2014-04-18 | Final Game: 2015-10-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: James Steven Jones
Biography
James Jones, born in 1988, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 2014 to 2015. Primarily known as a position player, Jones played a total of 136 games during his brief career, showcasing his speed and agility on the field. With 81 hits to his name, he finished his career with a batting average of .238. While he did not hit any home runs, his ability to steal bases was notable, as he successfully swiped 28 bags, demonstrating his strategic value as a base runner.
Jones's playing style embodied the characteristics of a traditional speedster, contributing to his teams with aggressive baserunning and defensive versatility. His career unfolded during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, where teams increasingly valued speed and athleticism. Despite the challenges of a short career, Jones's contributions in the field and on the bases left an impression on the teams he played for, and he is remembered for his tenacity and commitment to the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 | 341 | 47 | 81 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 28 | 14 | 80 | 0.238 | 0.268 | 0.296 | 0.564 | -949.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | SEA | AL | 108 | 312 | 46 | 78 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 27 | 12 | 67 | 0.250 | -949.1 |
| 2015 | SEA | AL | 28 | 29 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 0.103 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 125 | 78 | 179 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | SEA | OF | 98 | 72 | 158 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 | SEA | OF | 27 | 6 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 6 |
| Center Field | 105 |
| Right Field | 15 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |