Lloyd McClendon
Born: 1/11/1959 in Gary, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-04-06 | Final Game: 1994-08-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Lloyd Glenn McClendon
Biography
Lloyd McClendon was a professional baseball player born in 1959, who played in Major League Baseball from 1987 to 1994. Primarily known as a position player, McClendon appeared in 570 games throughout his career, where he showcased his skills as a hitter and a contributor to his teams. He finished his career with 294 hits, 35 home runs, and 154 runs batted in, achieving a batting average of .244. McClendon also demonstrated agility on the basepaths, accumulating 15 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Playing in an era characterized by the transition into the more power-driven offenses of the 1990s, McClendon was known for his versatility and persistence on the field. His contributions were particularly significant during his tenure with the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he became a fan favorite for his work ethic and competitive spirit. Although he may not have been among the league's superstars, McClendon played a vital role in the teams he was a part of, leaving a lasting impression on those who followed his career. Following his playing days, he transitioned into coaching and management, further solidifying his legacy within the game of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 570 | 1204 | 150 | 294 | 54 | 3 | 35 | 154 | 15 | 143 | 165 | 0.244 | 0.325 | 0.381 | 0.706 | -109.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CIN | NL | 45 | 72 | 8 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 15 | 0.208 | -267.3 |
| 1988 | CIN | NL | 72 | 137 | 9 | 30 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 4 | 15 | 22 | 0.219 | -251.6 |
| 1989 | CHC | NL | 92 | 259 | 47 | 74 | 12 | 1 | 12 | 40 | 6 | 37 | 31 | 0.286 | 1045.0 |
| 1990 | CHC | NL | 49 | 107 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 14 | 21 | 0.159 | -607.5 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | -607.5 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | 85 | 163 | 24 | 47 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 24 | 2 | 18 | 23 | 0.288 | 534.2 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | 84 | 190 | 26 | 48 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 20 | 1 | 28 | 24 | 0.253 | 88.4 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 88 | 181 | 21 | 40 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 0 | 23 | 17 | 0.221 | -476.9 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 51 | 92 | 9 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.239 | -173.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0.625 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | NLCS | PIT | 5 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0.727 |
| 1991 | NLCS | PIT | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1989 | NLCS | CHN | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.667 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 101 | 61 | 624 | 46 | 6 | 58 |
| 3B | 9 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| C | 50 | 17 | 157 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
| OF | 260 | 201 | 365 | 9 | 13 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CIN | C | 12 | 6 | 49 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1987 | CIN | 1B | 5 | 3 | 29 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 1987 | CIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CIN | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | CIN | C | 23 | 10 | 83 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1988 | CIN | 1B | 12 | 6 | 92 | 4 | 3 | 10 |
| 1988 | CIN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | CIN | OF | 17 | 10 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | CHN | C | 5 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | CHN | 1B | 28 | 25 | 225 | 12 | 0 | 20 |
| 1989 | CHN | 3B | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1989 | CHN | OF | 45 | 42 | 75 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | CHN | C | 8 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CHN | 1B | 8 | 6 | 58 | 7 | 0 | 5 |
| 1990 | CHN | OF | 23 | 20 | 49 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | PIT | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | PIT | C | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | PIT | 1B | 22 | 15 | 132 | 10 | 2 | 12 |
| 1991 | PIT | OF | 32 | 16 | 26 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1992 | PIT | 1B | 18 | 5 | 56 | 9 | 0 | 3 |
| 1992 | PIT | OF | 60 | 50 | 80 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1993 | PIT | 1B | 6 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | PIT | OF | 61 | 43 | 84 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1994 | PIT | 1B | 2 | 1 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 1994 | PIT | OF | 20 | 19 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 50 |
| First Base | 101 |
| Third Base | 9 |
| Left Field | 138 |
| Right Field | 131 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | PIT | NL | $650,000 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | $650,000 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | $525,000 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | $260,000 |
| 1990 | CHN | NL | $210,000 |
| 1989 | CHN | NL | $91,000 |
| 1988 | CIN | NL | $75,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,461,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valparaiso University | Valparaiso | IN | 1978, 1979, 1980 |