Mark Lewis
Born: 11/30/1969 in Hamilton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-04-26 | Final Game: 2001-05-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Mark David Lewis
Biography
Mark Lewis, born in 1969, was a professional baseball player who made a notable impact in Major League Baseball from 1991 to 2001. Over the course of his career, Lewis played in 902 games, where he compiled 736 hits, 48 home runs, and 306 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .263. Known for his versatility as a position player, he contributed both offensively and defensively, showcasing a respectable speed on the bases with 29 stolen bases.
Lewis emerged during a transformative era in baseball characterized by a growing emphasis on power hitting and athleticism. His ability to contribute in various roles, including infield and outfield positions, allowed him to carve out a niche for himself on the teams he played for. Although he may not have been a superstar, Lewis's consistent performance and dedication to the game exemplified the hardworking ethos of many players in the late 1990s, making him a valued teammate throughout his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 902 | 2795 | 320 | 736 | 155 | 13 | 48 | 306 | 29 | 196 | 511 | 0.263 | 0.312 | 0.380 | 0.692 | -4025.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 84 | 314 | 29 | 83 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 15 | 45 | 0.264 | -831.8 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 122 | 413 | 44 | 109 | 21 | 0 | 5 | 30 | 4 | 25 | 69 | 0.264 | -494.2 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 14 | 52 | 6 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0.250 | -173.3 |
| 1994 | CLE | AL | 20 | 73 | 6 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 0.205 | -381.6 |
| 1995 | CIN | NL | 81 | 171 | 25 | 58 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 30 | 0 | 21 | 33 | 0.339 | 603.0 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | 145 | 545 | 69 | 147 | 30 | 3 | 11 | 55 | 6 | 42 | 109 | 0.270 | -700.0 |
| 1997 | SFG | NL | 118 | 341 | 50 | 91 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 42 | 3 | 23 | 62 | 0.267 | -150.9 |
| 1998 | PHI | NL | 142 | 518 | 52 | 129 | 21 | 2 | 9 | 54 | 3 | 48 | 111 | 0.249 | -1365.5 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | 88 | 173 | 18 | 44 | 16 | 0 | 6 | 28 | 0 | 7 | 24 | 0.254 | -303.2 |
| 2000 | BAL | AL | 71 | 163 | 19 | 44 | 17 | 0 | 2 | 21 | 7 | 12 | 31 | 0.270 | -227.5 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 11 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.105 | -227.5 |
| 2001 | CLE | AL | 6 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 11 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0.455 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | NLDS1 | SFN | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.600 |
| 1995 | NLCS | CIN | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 1995 | NLDS2 | CIN | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 392 | 364 | 706 | 1100 | 42 | 222 |
| 3B | 238 | 166 | 89 | 319 | 28 | 25 |
| SS | 199 | 173 | 281 | 508 | 34 | 108 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CLE | 2B | 50 | 48 | 87 | 140 | 8 | 29 |
| 1991 | CLE | SS | 36 | 30 | 42 | 91 | 1 | 18 |
| 1992 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | CLE | SS | 121 | 113 | 184 | 333 | 25 | 71 |
| 1993 | CLE | SS | 13 | 12 | 22 | 31 | 2 | 10 |
| 1994 | CLE | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | CLE | 3B | 6 | 6 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1994 | CLE | SS | 13 | 11 | 14 | 32 | 5 | 4 |
| 1995 | CIN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | CIN | 3B | 72 | 40 | 19 | 103 | 4 | 4 |
| 1995 | CIN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | DET | 2B | 144 | 143 | 264 | 413 | 9 | 94 |
| 1997 | SFN | 2B | 29 | 19 | 40 | 54 | 6 | 14 |
| 1997 | SFN | 3B | 69 | 64 | 34 | 103 | 8 | 10 |
| 1998 | PHI | 2B | 140 | 137 | 276 | 437 | 16 | 74 |
| 1999 | CIN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | CIN | 3B | 52 | 30 | 21 | 54 | 5 | 7 |
| 2000 | BAL | 2B | 21 | 17 | 37 | 51 | 2 | 11 |
| 2000 | BAL | 3B | 29 | 19 | 8 | 34 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000 | BAL | SS | 14 | 7 | 19 | 20 | 1 | 5 |
| 2000 | CIN | 3B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | CLE | 2B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | CLE | 3B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 392 |
| Third Base | 238 |
| Shortstop | 199 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | CIN | NL | $600,000 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | $500,000 |
| 1998 | PHI | NL | $1,720,000 |
| 1997 | SFN | NL | $1,664,000 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | $670,000 |
| 1995 | CIN | NL | $190,000 |
| 1994 | CLE | AL | $182,500 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | $175,000 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | $145,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,846,500 | ||