Quinton McCracken, baseball player, 1995-2006

Quinton McCracken

Born: 8/16/1970 in Wilmington, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1995-09-17 | Final Game: 2006-07-05

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Quinton Antoine McCracken

Biography

Quinton McCracken was a professional baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2006. Born in 1970, McCracken played primarily as an outfielder and was known for his versatile skill set and strong athleticism. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 999 games, accumulating 675 hits and achieving a batting average of .274. McCracken's ability to contribute both offensively and defensively made him a valuable asset to his teams. Throughout his career, McCracken demonstrated a knack for getting on base and utilizing his speed, as evidenced by his 89 stolen bases. He recorded 21 home runs and 244 RBIs, showcasing his capability as a run producer. McCracken played during a dynamic era of baseball characterized by the tail end of the steroid era, where offensive production was at an all-time high. His contributions on the field were marked by consistency and a competitive spirit that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. After retiring in 2006, McCracken left behind a legacy as a reliable player who exemplified the spirit of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
999 2462 359 675 118 32 21 244 89 229 445 0.274 0.336 0.374 0.709 -2466.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 11 1 4 1 0 0 2 1 2 0.364

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2002 NLDS2 ARI 3 11 1 4 1 0 0 2 1 2 0.364

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 711 524 1173 38 20 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 173
Center Field 452
Right Field 123
Designated Hitter 16

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1998 Player of the Week Week of 1998-04-04

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2005 ARI NL $750,000
2004 SEA AL $1,750,000
2003 ARI NL $1,750,000
2002 ARI NL $500,000
2000 TBA AL $1,850,000
1999 TBA AL $1,850,000
1998 TBA AL $270,000
1997 COL NL $198,000
1996 COL NL $112,000
1995 COL NL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $9,139,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Duke University Durham NC 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992