John Moses
Born: 8/9/1957 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-08-23 | Final Game: 1992-10-04
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: John William Moses
Biography
John Moses was a versatile position player who enjoyed a solid career in Major League Baseball from 1982 until 1992. Born in 1957, Moses played in a total of 769 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an outfielder. Over the course of his career, he recorded 438 hits, demonstrating a consistent ability to make contact at the plate, with a batting average of .254. He contributed offensively with 11 home runs and 145 RBIs, while also displaying speed on the bases with 101 stolen bases, emphasizing his all-around capabilities as a player.
Moses' playing style was characterized by a combination of speed and agility, which made him a valuable asset on both offense and defense. His career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by increased offensive production and a growing emphasis on athleticism. While he may not have been a household name, Moses played an important role on the teams he was a part of, embodying the hard-nosed approach typical of players from the late 20th century. His legacy lives on as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the contributions of players who may not have achieved superstar status but still left an indelible mark on the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 769 | 1723 | 247 | 438 | 69 | 17 | 11 | 145 | 101 | 143 | 226 | 0.254 | 0.313 | 0.333 | 0.646 | -3065.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 22 | 44 | 7 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 0.318 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 93 | 130 | 19 | 27 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 12 | 20 | 0.208 | -579.4 |
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 19 | 35 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0.343 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | 33 | 62 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 0.194 | -429.7 |
| 1986 | SEA | AL | 103 | 399 | 56 | 102 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 34 | 25 | 34 | 65 | 0.256 | -804.0 |
| 1987 | SEA | AL | 116 | 390 | 58 | 96 | 16 | 4 | 3 | 38 | 23 | 29 | 49 | 0.246 | -1201.4 |
| 1988 | MIN | AL | 105 | 206 | 33 | 65 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 11 | 15 | 21 | 0.316 | 512.4 |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 129 | 242 | 33 | 68 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 31 | 14 | 19 | 23 | 0.281 | 33.6 |
| 1990 | MIN | AL | 115 | 172 | 26 | 38 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 19 | 19 | 0.221 | -597.4 |
| 1991 | DET | AL | 13 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0.048 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 21 | 22 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.136 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 31 | 6 | 106 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
| OF | 636 | 383 | 1009 | 32 | 11 | 2 |
| P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SEA | OF | 19 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | SEA | OF | 71 | 34 | 87 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| 1984 | SEA | OF | 19 | 9 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | SEA | OF | 29 | 16 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | SEA | 1B | 7 | 3 | 38 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| 1986 | SEA | OF | 93 | 89 | 211 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 1987 | SEA | 1B | 16 | 2 | 51 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 1987 | SEA | OF | 100 | 90 | 220 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 1988 | MIN | OF | 82 | 42 | 123 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | MIN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | MIN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | MIN | OF | 108 | 48 | 156 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1990 | MIN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | MIN | 1B | 6 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | MIN | OF | 85 | 34 | 103 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | DET | OF | 12 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | OF | 18 | 7 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 3 |
| First Base | 31 |
| Left Field | 163 |
| Center Field | 335 |
| Right Field | 180 |
| Designated Hitter | 36 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | MIN | AL | $395,000 |
| 1989 | MIN | AL | $180,000 |
| 1986 | SEA | AL | $82,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $657,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona | Tucson | AZ | 1979, 1980 |
| Golden West College | Huntington Beach | CA | 1978 |