Lynn Jones
Born: 1/1/1953 in Meadville, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-04-13 | Final Game: 1986-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Lynn Morris Jones
Biography
Lynn Jones was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1979 to 1986, primarily serving as a position player. Born in 1953, Jones played a total of 527 games in Major League Baseball, where he showcased his skills across various roles on the field. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 239 hits and recorded a batting average of .252. Known for his speed and base-running ability, he stole 13 bases and contributed 91 RBIs, alongside 7 home runs.
Jones's playing era coincided with a transformative period in baseball, as the game began to see the effects of free agency and the emergence of more athletic, versatile players. His contributions to his teams were marked by a blend of solid hitting and reliable defense, making him a valuable asset during his tenure in the league. After retiring from professional baseball on October 4, 1986, Lynn Jones left behind a legacy as a hardworking player who played a key role in the competitive landscape of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 527 | 947 | 109 | 239 | 34 | 5 | 7 | 91 | 13 | 73 | 86 | 0.252 | 0.308 | 0.321 | 0.629 | -1935.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | DET | AL | 95 | 213 | 33 | 63 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 26 | 9 | 17 | 22 | 0.296 | 101.0 |
| 1980 | DET | AL | 30 | 55 | 9 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 0.255 | 33.9 |
| 1981 | DET | AL | 71 | 174 | 19 | 45 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 18 | 10 | 0.259 | -125.0 |
| 1982 | DET | AL | 58 | 139 | 15 | 31 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0.223 | -667.5 |
| 1983 | DET | AL | 49 | 64 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 0.266 | -121.3 |
| 1984 | KCR | AL | 47 | 103 | 11 | 31 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 0.301 | 15.7 |
| 1985 | KCR | AL | 110 | 152 | 12 | 32 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 0.211 | -800.6 |
| 1986 | KCR | AL | 67 | 47 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 0.128 | -371.6 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.375 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | WS | KCA | 6 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 |
| 1985 | ALCS | KCA | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1984 | ALCS | KCA | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 455 | 208 | 572 | 15 | 10 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | DET | OF | 84 | 52 | 142 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1980 | DET | OF | 17 | 10 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | DET | OF | 60 | 45 | 85 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 1982 | DET | OF | 56 | 31 | 86 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 1983 | DET | OF | 31 | 9 | 28 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | KCA | OF | 45 | 24 | 51 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1985 | KCA | OF | 100 | 28 | 115 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 1986 | KCA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | KCA | OF | 62 | 9 | 34 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 155 |
| Center Field | 86 |
| Right Field | 237 |
| Designated Hitter | 29 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | KCA | AL | $185,000 |
| 1985 | KCA | AL | $202,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $387,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thiel College | Greenville | PA | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 |