Warren Morris, baseball player, 1999-2003

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

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

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