Warren Morris
Born: 1/11/1974 in Alexandria, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-04-05 | Final Game: 2003-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Warren Randall Morris
Biography
Warren Morris, born in 1974, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1999 to 2003. Primarily a position player, Morris played in 440 games across his career, showcasing his skills as a versatile contributor on the field. He recorded a total of 399 hits, which included 26 home runs and 164 RBIs, all while maintaining a career batting average of .267. His speed on the bases was evident as he tallied 16 stolen bases, demonstrating a well-rounded offensive game.
Morris's career spanned an era marked by significant changes in the game, including the rise of power hitting and evolving player conditioning. Despite not being a household name, he played a key role on the teams he was part of, providing solid defense and clutch hitting. His contributions to the game during the early 2000s added depth to the rosters he filled, and his journey through professional baseball remains a testament to the dedication and talent required to succeed at the highest level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 440 | 1495 | 176 | 399 | 70 | 7 | 26 | 164 | 16 | 150 | 218 | 0.267 | 0.334 | 0.375 | 0.709 | -2225.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | PIT | NL | 147 | 511 | 65 | 147 | 20 | 3 | 15 | 73 | 3 | 59 | 88 | 0.288 | 195.0 |
| 2000 | PIT | NL | 144 | 528 | 68 | 137 | 31 | 2 | 3 | 43 | 7 | 65 | 78 | 0.259 | -1306.3 |
| 2001 | PIT | NL | 48 | 103 | 6 | 21 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0.204 | -515.0 |
| 2002 | MIN | AL | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | DET | AL | 97 | 346 | 37 | 94 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 37 | 4 | 23 | 42 | 0.272 | -599.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 400 | 374 | 779 | 1163 | 39 | 293 |
| 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | PIT | 2B | 144 | 134 | 263 | 403 | 14 | 102 |
| 2000 | PIT | 2B | 134 | 130 | 291 | 414 | 15 | 92 |
| 2001 | PIT | 2B | 29 | 23 | 41 | 69 | 4 | 15 |
| 2001 | PIT | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MIN | 2B | 4 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | DET | 2B | 89 | 85 | 182 | 271 | 6 | 83 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 400 |
| Third Base | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | MIN | AL | $275,000 |
| 2000 | PIT | NL | $300,000 |
| 1999 | PIT | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $775,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge | LA | 1994, 1995, 1996 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 3rd | 69.0 | 160 | 6 |