Ricardo Jordan
Born: 6/27/1970 in Boynton Beach, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-06-23 | Final Game: 1998-04-13
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Biography
Ricardo Jordan was a professional baseball pitcher who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 1998. Born in 1970, he made his debut during a dynamic era in baseball characterized by offensive power and the increasing importance of relief pitching. Over the course of his career, Jordan showcased his talent on the mound, finishing with a record of 5 wins and 4 losses. He posted an earned run average (ERA) of 5.25, indicating that he was often called upon in high-pressure situations, where he recorded 47 strikeouts and secured 1 save.
Jordan’s playing style was marked by his ability to mix pitches effectively, allowing him to adapt to various batting lineups during his tenure. While his career statistics may not reflect the dominance of some contemporaries, his contributions to his teams were significant, particularly in middle relief roles. As baseball continued to evolve through the late 1990s, players like Jordan played a crucial part in the game, often stepping in to stabilize games and support starters. His journey through the majors remains a testament to the perseverance and dedication required to succeed at the highest level of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 69 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 70.3 | 71 | 41 | 6 | 47 | 47 | 5.25 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 1 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 15.0 | 18 | 11 | 13 | 10 | 6.60 | -1098.0 |
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 2 | 2 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 18 | 5 | 12 | 17 | 1.80 | 854.0 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | 1 | 2 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.0 | 31 | 16 | 15 | 19 | 5.33 | 215.3 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 24.30 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 69 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | P | 15 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | PHI | P | 26 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | NYN | P | 22 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | CIN | P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 69 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CIN | NL | $200,000 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | $155,000 |
| 1996 | PHI | NL | $109,000 |
| 1995 | TOR | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $573,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade College - Kendall Campus | Miami | FL | 1989, 1990 |