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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 35 | 143 | 21 | 46 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 0.322 | 127.2 |
| 1988 | PIT | NL | 154 | 611 | 82 | 160 | 24 | 4 | 2 | 49 | 15 | 42 | 75 | 0.262 | -1087.3 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | 153 | 578 | 52 | 134 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 48 | 15 | 39 | 64 | 0.232 | -2081.9 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | 152 | 514 | 46 | 134 | 28 | 5 | 1 | 48 | 8 | 35 | 52 | 0.261 | -1037.9 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | 150 | 502 | 53 | 133 | 16 | 6 | 3 | 54 | 7 | 30 | 56 | 0.265 | -978.1 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | 135 | 468 | 38 | 110 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 39 | 3 | 26 | 29 | 0.235 | -2024.5 |
| 1993 | KCR | AL | 136 | 431 | 33 | 107 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 37 | 3 | 13 | 36 | 0.248 | -2163.8 |
| 1994 | KCR | AL | 85 | 290 | 34 | 78 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 31 | 9 | 16 | 34 | 0.269 | -815.3 |
| 1995 | LAA | AL | 15 | 43 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.163 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | KCR | AL | 29 | 97 | 4 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.268 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | PIT | 2B | 35 | 34 | 53 | 139 | 1 | 12 |
| 1988 | PIT | 2B | 153 | 145 | 333 | 473 | 11 | 73 |
| 1989 | PIT | 2B | 151 | 143 | 309 | 438 | 18 | 81 |
| 1990 | PIT | 2B | 152 | 144 | 330 | 449 | 7 | 74 |
| 1991 | PIT | 2B | 149 | 139 | 349 | 438 | 9 | 79 |
| 1992 | PIT | 2B | 134 | 131 | 311 | 428 | 6 | 78 |
| 1993 | KCA | 2B | 136 | 132 | 269 | 362 | 4 | 75 |
| 1994 | KCA | 2B | 84 | 84 | 149 | 252 | 5 | 46 |
| 1995 | CAL | 2B | 15 | 14 | 24 | 40 | 0 | 10 |
| 1995 | KCA | 2B | 29 | 27 | 56 | 75 | 1 | 17 |
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 | ||