Jerry Narron, baseball player, 1979-1987

Jerry Narron

Born: 1/15/1956 in Goldsboro, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1979-04-13 | Final Game: 1987-10-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Jerry Austin Narron

Biography

Jerry Narron, born in 1956, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball from 1979 to 1987. Primarily a position player, Narron appeared in 392 games throughout his career. He was known for his determination on the field and contributed to his teams as a versatile player during a transitional period in baseball, bridging the gap between the tail end of the 1970s and the mid-1980s. Over the course of his career, Narron tallied 177 hits and recorded 21 home runs, driving in 96 runs with a batting average of .211. While his offensive statistics may not have placed him among the elite hitters of his time, his work ethic and ability to adapt were notable. Additionally, he did not register any stolen bases, highlighting a more traditional style of play that focused on contact rather than speed. After retiring, Narron remained involved in baseball, transitioning into coaching and management roles, thus continuing to influence the game beyond his playing days.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
392 840 64 177 23 2 21 96 0 67 127 0.211 0.270 0.318 0.588 -2273.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.500

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1986 ALCS CAL 4 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.500

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 8 3 40 2 0 5
C 311 197 998 78 12 13

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 313
First Base 8
Designated Hitter 12

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1986 CAL AL $142,000
Total Career Earnings $142,000