Pat Lennon
Born: 4/27/1968 in Whiteville, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-09-15 | Final Game: 1999-06-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Patrick Orlando Lennon
Biography
Pat Lennon, born in 1968, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1991 until his retirement in 1999. Primarily serving as a position player, Lennon appeared in a total of 91 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility and dedication to the sport. He recorded 50 hits, with a batting average of .265, demonstrating a solid performance at the plate during his time in the majors. Despite a modest power output that included 2 home runs and 22 RBIs, Lennon contributed to his teams with his reliable contact hitting and keen understanding of the game.
Lennon's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, characterized by a growing emphasis on offensive production and the evolution of player training and preparation. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the hard work and determination that defined many players of his era. Lennon retired on June 1, 1999, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated competitor who embraced the challenges of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | 189 | 25 | 50 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 22 | 0 | 27 | 59 | 0.265 | 0.359 | 0.381 | 0.740 | 59.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | SEA | AL | 9 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | KCR | AL | 14 | 30 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 0.233 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 56 | 116 | 14 | 34 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 15 | 35 | 0.293 | 59.7 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 9 | 29 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0.207 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 58 | 41 | 101 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | SEA | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | KCA | OF | 11 | 8 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | OAK | OF | 36 | 24 | 55 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 | TOR | OF | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | TOR | OF | 8 | 8 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 40 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 18 |
| Designated Hitter | 23 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | OAK | AL | $150,000 |
| 1996 | KCA | AL | $120,000 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | $109,000 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $479,000 | ||