Tim Jones, baseball player, 1988-1993

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

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

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

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