Jerry Morales
Born: 2/18/1949 in Yabucoa, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1969-09-05 | Final Game: 1983-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Julio Ruben Morales
Biography
Jerry Morales, born in 1949, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career spanning from 1969 to 1983. Primarily known as a position player, Morales participated in 1,441 games over his career, showcasing his versatility and durability on the field. He achieved notable offensive statistics, finishing with 1,173 hits, 95 home runs, and 570 RBIs, alongside a batting average of .259. Additionally, he demonstrated a blend of speed and power, accumulating 37 stolen bases throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball.
Morales was recognized for his talent and contributions to the game, earning an All-Star selection during his career. His playing style reflected the transitional period of baseball in the late 20th century, characterized by a shift towards increased offensive production and athleticism. As a player who competed in both the traditional and more modern aspects of the sport, Morales left a lasting impact on the teams he represented and remains a notable figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1441 | 4528 | 516 | 1173 | 199 | 36 | 95 | 570 | 37 | 366 | 567 | 0.259 | 0.313 | 0.382 | 0.695 | -1276.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SDP | NL | 19 | 41 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0.195 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | SDP | NL | 28 | 58 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0.155 | -379.9 |
| 1971 | SDP | NL | 12 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | SDP | NL | 115 | 347 | 38 | 83 | 15 | 7 | 4 | 18 | 4 | 35 | 54 | 0.239 | -46.9 |
| 1973 | SDP | NL | 122 | 388 | 47 | 109 | 23 | 2 | 9 | 34 | 6 | 27 | 55 | 0.281 | 310.6 |
| 1974 | CHC | NL | 151 | 534 | 70 | 146 | 21 | 7 | 15 | 82 | 2 | 46 | 63 | 0.273 | 787.7 |
| 1975 | CHC | NL | 153 | 578 | 62 | 156 | 21 | 0 | 12 | 91 | 3 | 50 | 65 | 0.270 | -122.5 |
| 1976 | CHC | NL | 140 | 537 | 66 | 147 | 17 | 0 | 16 | 67 | 3 | 41 | 49 | 0.274 | 502.1 |
| 1977 | CHC | NL | 136 | 490 | 56 | 142 | 34 | 5 | 11 | 69 | 0 | 43 | 75 | 0.290 | 819.1 |
| 1978 | STL | NL | 130 | 457 | 44 | 109 | 19 | 8 | 4 | 46 | 4 | 33 | 44 | 0.239 | -1048.6 |
| 1979 | DET | AL | 129 | 440 | 50 | 93 | 23 | 1 | 14 | 56 | 10 | 30 | 56 | 0.211 | -1428.4 |
| 1980 | NYN | NL | 94 | 193 | 19 | 49 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 30 | 2 | 13 | 31 | 0.254 | -451.1 |
| 1981 | CHC | NL | 84 | 245 | 27 | 70 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 25 | 1 | 22 | 29 | 0.286 | 1.1 |
| 1982 | CHC | NL | 65 | 116 | 14 | 33 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 30 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 0.284 | 154.9 |
| 1983 | CHC | NL | 63 | 87 | 11 | 17 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 7 | 19 | 0.195 | -374.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 1256 | 1088 | 2357 | 73 | 43 | 21 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SDN | OF | 19 | 11 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1970 | SDN | OF | 26 | 14 | 25 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1971 | SDN | OF | 7 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | SDN | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1972 | SDN | OF | 96 | 82 | 214 | 8 | 3 | 2 |
| 1973 | SDN | OF | 100 | 89 | 214 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 1974 | CHN | OF | 143 | 132 | 266 | 5 | 7 | 2 |
| 1975 | CHN | OF | 151 | 147 | 273 | 11 | 6 | 1 |
| 1976 | CHN | OF | 136 | 135 | 273 | 12 | 5 | 6 |
| 1977 | CHN | OF | 128 | 122 | 247 | 8 | 4 | 3 |
| 1978 | SLN | OF | 126 | 119 | 254 | 5 | 6 | 0 |
| 1979 | DET | OF | 119 | 106 | 206 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| 1980 | NYN | OF | 63 | 39 | 107 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1981 | CHN | OF | 72 | 55 | 142 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 1982 | CHN | OF | 41 | 21 | 72 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | CHN | OF | 29 | 12 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 4 |
| Left Field | 246 |
| Center Field | 510 |
| Right Field | 564 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |