Torey Lovullo
Born: 7/25/1965 in Santa Monica, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-09-10 | Final Game: 1999-10-03
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Salvatore Anthony Lovullo
Biography
Torey Lovullo, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1988 to 1999. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 303 games, amassing 165 hits and 15 home runs, while driving in 60 runs with a career batting average of .224. Lovullo was known for his versatility and solid defense, contributing to his teams both at the plate and in the field.
Primarily playing in an era marked by the transition from the late 1980s into the late 1990s, Lovullo showcased his skills in a league increasingly dominated by power hitters. While his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the league's elite, his work ethic and team-first mentality earned him respect in the clubhouse. After retiring, Lovullo transitioned into coaching and management, demonstrating a lasting impact on the game beyond his playing days.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 303 | 737 | 80 | 165 | 35 | 1 | 15 | 60 | 9 | 80 | 121 | 0.224 | 0.301 | 0.335 | 0.636 | -1709.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | DET | AL | 12 | 21 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.381 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | DET | AL | 29 | 87 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 14 | 20 | 0.115 | -584.8 |
| 1991 | NYY | AL | 22 | 51 | 0 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0.176 | -277.1 |
| 1993 | LAA | AL | 116 | 367 | 42 | 92 | 20 | 0 | 6 | 30 | 7 | 36 | 49 | 0.251 | -593.6 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | 36 | 72 | 9 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 0.222 | -130.4 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 65 | 82 | 15 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 0.220 | -123.2 |
| 1998 | CLE | AL | 6 | 19 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | 17 | 38 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 67 | 26 | 270 | 18 | 0 | 36 |
| 2B | 133 | 104 | 236 | 302 | 9 | 81 |
| 3B | 67 | 45 | 44 | 99 | 9 | 9 |
| OF | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 10 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | DET | 2B | 9 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 0 | 2 |
| 1988 | DET | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | DET | 1B | 18 | 16 | 128 | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| 1989 | DET | 3B | 11 | 9 | 6 | 20 | 1 | 3 |
| 1991 | NYA | 3B | 22 | 15 | 14 | 33 | 3 | 1 |
| 1993 | CAL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | CAL | 2B | 91 | 79 | 184 | 220 | 8 | 67 |
| 1993 | CAL | 3B | 14 | 12 | 14 | 25 | 3 | 2 |
| 1993 | CAL | SS | 9 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | CAL | OF | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | SEA | 2B | 20 | 11 | 18 | 41 | 0 | 8 |
| 1994 | SEA | 3B | 5 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | OAK | 1B | 42 | 8 | 120 | 9 | 0 | 21 |
| 1996 | OAK | 2B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | OAK | 3B | 11 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| 1996 | OAK | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | OAK | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | CLE | 2B | 5 | 5 | 4 | 14 | 1 | 3 |
| 1998 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | PHI | 1B | 6 | 2 | 22 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 1999 | PHI | 2B | 6 | 5 | 14 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 67 |
| Second Base | 133 |
| Third Base | 67 |
| Shortstop | 10 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | OAK | AL | $180,000 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | $165,000 |
| 1993 | CAL | AL | $109,000 |
| 1991 | NYA | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $554,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 |