Elliott Maddox, baseball player, 1970-1980

Elliott Maddox

Born: 12/21/1947 in East Orange, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 1970-04-07 | Final Game: 1980-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Biography

Elliott Maddox was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1970 to 1980. Born in 1947, Maddox played primarily as an outfielder and was known for his versatility and athleticism on the field. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 1,029 games, accumulating 742 hits and an impressive 60 stolen bases. His career batting average stood at .261, complemented by 18 home runs and 234 runs batted in (RBIs). Maddox played during an era that bridged the transition from the more traditional styles of play to the increasingly dynamic approaches of the late 1970s. He was recognized for his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively, utilizing his speed to impact games in various ways. Throughout his career, Maddox demonstrated a strong work ethic and dedication to the game, making him a respected figure among his peers and a valuable asset to the teams he played for. His legacy is remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history during a transformative period in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1029 2843 360 742 121 16 18 234 60 409 358 0.261 0.358 0.334 0.692 971.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
5 14 0 3 1 1 0 1 1 3 0.214

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1976 ALCS NYA 3 9 0 2 1 0 0 1 0 1 0.222
1976 WS NYA 2 5 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 2 0.200

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 3 1 13 2 1 1
2B 4 0 5 2 0 1
3B 230 197 187 402 33 35
OF 719 530 1493 61 18 19
SS 19 2 6 14 2 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 3
Second Base 4
Third Base 232
Shortstop 19
Left Field 75
Center Field 475
Right Field 190
Designated Hitter 4

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Michigan Ann Arbor MI 1968

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1974 Most Valuable Player AL 8th 59.0 336 0