Tim Jones
Born: 12/1/1962 in Sumter, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-07-26 | Final Game: 1993-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: William Timothy Jones
Biography
Tim Jones was a professional baseball player born in 1962, who played as a position player from 1988 to 1993. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 252 games, primarily as an outfielder and utility player. Known for his speed on the bases, Jones recorded 15 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to generate offense through aggressive base-running. Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, he accumulated 113 hits, including one home run, and drove in 28 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .233.
Jones played during a transitional period in baseball that saw the game evolve with the introduction of more specialized roles and an emphasis on power hitting. While he may not have been a superstar, his contributions were significant to the teams he played for, providing depth and versatility. His career, spanning the early 1990s, coincided with a growing focus on athleticism and speed in the game, and his style reflected the competitive nature of that era. After retiring on October 2, 1993, Jones left behind a legacy as a determined player who made the most of his opportunities in the major leagues.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 252 | 485 | 45 | 113 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 15 | 45 | 81 | 0.233 | 0.300 | 0.295 | 0.595 | -1121.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | STL | NL | 31 | 52 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 0.269 | -107.5 |
| 1989 | STL | NL | 42 | 75 | 11 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 0.293 | 58.8 |
| 1990 | STL | NL | 67 | 128 | 9 | 28 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 12 | 20 | 0.219 | -332.9 |
| 1991 | STL | NL | 16 | 24 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | STL | NL | 67 | 145 | 9 | 29 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 29 | 0.200 | -756.5 |
| 1993 | STL | NL | 29 | 61 | 13 | 16 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 8 | 0.262 | 16.6 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6.75 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6.75 | - |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 78 | 39 | 97 | 140 | 2 | 26 |
| 3B | 14 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 119 | 69 | 115 | 238 | 13 | 43 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SLN | 2B | 8 | 5 | 20 | 25 | 0 | 4 |
| 1988 | SLN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | SLN | SS | 9 | 2 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 3 |
| 1989 | SLN | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | SLN | 2B | 12 | 8 | 18 | 28 | 0 | 3 |
| 1989 | SLN | 3B | 5 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1989 | SLN | SS | 12 | 5 | 10 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SLN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SLN | 2B | 19 | 6 | 15 | 28 | 1 | 3 |
| 1990 | SLN | 3B | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SLN | SS | 29 | 21 | 28 | 74 | 6 | 12 |
| 1991 | SLN | 2B | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | SLN | SS | 14 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 0 | 3 |
| 1992 | SLN | 2B | 28 | 13 | 36 | 47 | 1 | 15 |
| 1992 | SLN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SLN | SS | 34 | 25 | 40 | 66 | 3 | 17 |
| 1992 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | SLN | 2B | 7 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | SLN | SS | 21 | 12 | 26 | 54 | 2 | 8 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Catcher | 1 |
| Second Base | 78 |
| Third Base | 14 |
| Shortstop | 119 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | SLN | NL | $165,000 |
| 1990 | SLN | NL | $100,000 |
| 1989 | SLN | NL | $70,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $335,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Citadel | Charleston | SC | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 |