Marcus Lawton

Born: 8/18/1965 in Gulfport, MS, USA

MLB Debut: 1989-08-11 | Final Game: 1989-10-01

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Marcus Dwayne Lawton

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Biography

Marcus Lawton, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball during the 1989 season. Primarily a position player, Lawton played in a total of 10 games, where he recorded 3 hits and achieved a batting average of .214. Known for his speed on the bases, he successfully stole one base during his time in the league. Despite not making a significant impact in terms of home runs or runs batted in—finishing his career with 0 in both categories—Lawton's journey to the major leagues showcased the determination and talent required to reach such a competitive level of play. Lawton's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the late 1980s saw a shift in the game with an increasing focus on power hitting and specialized roles within teams. While his time in the majors was short-lived, Lawton's experience reflects the challenges faced by many players during this period, where opportunities were often limited and competition was fierce. After concluding his major league career on October 1, 1989, Lawton remained part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who aspire to make their mark in the sport, even if only for a fleeting moment.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
10	14	1	3	0	0	0	0	1	0	3	0.214	0.214	0.214	0.429	0.0

Career AVG .214 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 15.7% below league average.

Career OBP .214 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — 33.0% below league average.

Career SLG .214 vs. league average .375 across their career seasons — 42.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.429 vs. league average 0.695 across their career seasons — 38.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1989	NYY	AL	10	14	1	3	0	0	0	0	1	0	3	0.214	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	8	3	9	0	2	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1989	NYA	OF	8	3	9	0	2	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	7
Right Field	1
Designated Hitter	1