Ruppert Jones
Born: 3/12/1955 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1976-08-01 | Final Game: 1987-10-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Ruppert Sanderson Jones
Biography
Ruppert Jones was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1976 to 1987. Born in 1955, Jones played a total of 1,331 games, amassing 1,103 hits, 147 home runs, and 579 RBIs. He showcased a solid batting average of .250 and demonstrated speed on the bases with 143 stolen bases, making him a well-rounded contributor to his teams. Throughout his career, he earned two All-Star selections, highlighting his status as one of the notable players of his era.
Jones played during a transformative time in baseball, bridging the gap between the tail end of the deadball era and the power surge of the 1980s. Known for his athleticism and versatility, he made significant impacts on the field with his offensive capabilities and defensive skills. His contributions were felt across multiple teams, and he remains a respected figure in baseball history for his impactful career and dynamic playing style.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1331 | 4415 | 643 | 1103 | 215 | 38 | 147 | 579 | 143 | 534 | 817 | 0.250 | 0.330 | 0.416 | 0.746 | 3772.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | KCR | AL | 28 | 51 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 0.216 | -118.2 |
| 1977 | SEA | AL | 160 | 597 | 85 | 157 | 26 | 8 | 24 | 76 | 13 | 55 | 120 | 0.263 | 671.6 |
| 1978 | SEA | AL | 129 | 472 | 48 | 111 | 24 | 3 | 6 | 46 | 22 | 55 | 85 | 0.235 | -661.9 |
| 1979 | SEA | AL | 162 | 622 | 109 | 166 | 29 | 9 | 21 | 78 | 33 | 85 | 78 | 0.267 | 1388.5 |
| 1980 | NYY | AL | 83 | 328 | 38 | 73 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 42 | 18 | 34 | 50 | 0.223 | -491.6 |
| 1981 | SDP | NL | 105 | 397 | 53 | 99 | 34 | 1 | 4 | 39 | 7 | 43 | 66 | 0.249 | -64.3 |
| 1982 | SDP | NL | 116 | 424 | 69 | 120 | 20 | 2 | 12 | 61 | 18 | 62 | 90 | 0.283 | 1152.7 |
| 1983 | SDP | NL | 133 | 335 | 42 | 78 | 12 | 3 | 12 | 49 | 11 | 35 | 58 | 0.233 | -141.9 |
| 1984 | DET | AL | 79 | 215 | 26 | 61 | 12 | 1 | 12 | 37 | 2 | 21 | 47 | 0.284 | 802.9 |
| 1985 | LAA | AL | 125 | 389 | 66 | 90 | 17 | 2 | 21 | 67 | 7 | 57 | 82 | 0.231 | 673.6 |
| 1986 | LAA | AL | 126 | 393 | 73 | 90 | 21 | 3 | 17 | 49 | 10 | 64 | 87 | 0.229 | 566.0 |
| 1987 | LAA | AL | 85 | 192 | 25 | 47 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 28 | 2 | 20 | 38 | 0.245 | -5.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 25 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0.120 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | ALCS | CAL | 6 | 17 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0.176 |
| 1984 | ALCS | DET | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1984 | WS | DET | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 5 | 3 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| OF | 1205 | 1094 | 3051 | 75 | 43 | 22 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | KCA | OF | 17 | 7 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | SEA | OF | 155 | 154 | 465 | 11 | 9 | 3 |
| 1978 | SEA | OF | 128 | 128 | 393 | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| 1979 | SEA | OF | 161 | 161 | 453 | 13 | 5 | 4 |
| 1980 | NYA | OF | 82 | 82 | 246 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1981 | SDN | OF | 104 | 102 | 295 | 9 | 2 | 3 |
| 1982 | SDN | OF | 114 | 113 | 314 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| 1983 | SDN | 1B | 5 | 3 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1983 | SDN | OF | 111 | 82 | 249 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| 1984 | DET | OF | 73 | 58 | 150 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1985 | CAL | OF | 73 | 65 | 179 | 12 | 1 | 5 |
| 1986 | CAL | OF | 121 | 103 | 205 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| 1987 | CAL | OF | 66 | 39 | 81 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 5 |
| Left Field | 174 |
| Center Field | 918 |
| Right Field | 157 |
| Designated Hitter | 55 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CAL | AL | $450,000 |
| 1986 | CAL | AL | $560,000 |
| 1985 | CAL | AL | $390,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,400,000 | ||