Ricky Jordan, baseball player, 1988-1996

Ricky Jordan

Born: 5/26/1965 in Richmond, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1988-07-17 | Final Game: 1996-09-20

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Paul Scott Jordan

Biography

Ricky Jordan, born in 1965, was an impactful position player in Major League Baseball from 1988 until his retirement in 1996. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 677 games, collecting 592 hits and demonstrating a solid batting average of .281. Known for his offensive contributions, Jordan hit 55 home runs and drove in 304 runs, showcasing his ability to perform in clutch situations. Additionally, he recorded 10 stolen bases, highlighting his versatility and speed on the bases. Jordan's playing style reflected the offensive trends of the late 1980s and early 1990s, an era characterized by a shift towards more athletic and multi-dimensional players. His ability to hit for both average and power made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, contributing to their competitiveness during his tenure. While he may not have been a household name, Jordan's contributions to the game and his consistent performance left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
677 2104 261 592 116 10 55 304 10 77 303 0.281 0.308 0.424 0.732 466.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
5 11 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 2 0.182

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1993 NLCS PHI 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000
1993 WS PHI 3 10 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.200

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 510 476 4305 217 34 342
OF 11 9 12 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 510
Left Field 11
Designated Hitter 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1996 SEA AL $250,000
1994 PHI NL $1,100,000
1993 PHI NL $1,000,000
1992 PHI NL $660,000
1991 PHI NL $250,000
1990 PHI NL $215,000
1989 PHI NL $95,000
Total Career Earnings $3,570,000

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1988 Rookie of the Year NL 8th 2.0 120 0