Jose Lind, baseball player, 1987-1995

Jose Lind

Born: 5/1/1964 in Toabaja, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1987-08-28 | Final Game: 1995-08-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 155 lbs

Biography

Jose Lind was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1987 to 1995. Born in 1964, he made a name for himself as a versatile position player primarily known for his skills on the field. Over the course of 1,044 games, Lind recorded 935 hits and achieved a batting average of .254. He contributed significantly to his teams' offensive efforts with 324 RBIs and 9 home runs, while also showcasing his speed on the basepaths with a total of 62 stolen bases. Lind's playing career occurred during a transformative time in Major League Baseball, marked by the increasing importance of speed and athleticism on the field. He was known for his defensive prowess, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, notably the Pittsburgh Pirates. His ability to perform under pressure and contribute in key situations solidified his reputation as a reliable player throughout his tenure in the league. After his retirement on August 29, 1995, Lind left behind a legacy as a dedicated athlete whose contributions were pivotal in the competitive landscape of baseball during the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1044 3677 368 935 145 27 9 324 62 215 370 0.254 0.295 0.316 0.610 -10428.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
20 73 6 15 3 2 2 10 2 14 0.205

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1992 NLCS PIT 7 27 5 6 2 1 1 5 1 4 0.222
1991 NLCS PIT 7 25 0 4 0 0 0 3 0 6 0.160
1990 NLCS PIT 6 21 1 5 1 1 1 2 1 4 0.238

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 1038 993 2183 3094 62 545

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 1038
Designated Hitter 1

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1992 Gold Glove 2B
1989 Player of the Week Week of 1989-06-17

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1994 KCA AL $2,350,000
1993 KCA AL $2,400,000
1992 PIT NL $2,000,000
1991 PIT NL $575,000
1990 PIT NL $270,000
1989 PIT NL $180,000
1988 PIT NL $75,000
1987 PIT NL $62,500
Total Career Earnings $7,912,500