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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | NYY | AL | 61 | 123 | 17 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 0 | 9 | 26 | 0.171 | -617.0 |
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 48 | 107 | 7 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 0 | 13 | 18 | 0.196 | -264.4 |
| 1981 | SEA | AL | 76 | 203 | 13 | 45 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 16 | 35 | 0.222 | -545.0 |
| 1983 | LAA | AL | 10 | 22 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.136 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | LAA | AL | 69 | 150 | 9 | 37 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 0.247 | -325.5 |
| 1985 | LAA | AL | 67 | 132 | 12 | 29 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 11 | 17 | 0.220 | -237.4 |
| 1986 | LAA | AL | 57 | 95 | 5 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 0.221 | -283.8 |
| 1987 | SEA | AL | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | NYA | C | 56 | 30 | 167 | 15 | 5 | 2 |
| 1980 | SEA | C | 39 | 29 | 115 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | SEA | C | 65 | 57 | 248 | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| 1983 | CAL | C | 6 | 3 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | CAL | C | 46 | 29 | 146 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 1984 | CAL | 1B | 7 | 3 | 38 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 1985 | CAL | C | 45 | 25 | 144 | 14 | 0 | 4 |
| 1985 | CAL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | CAL | C | 51 | 22 | 155 | 14 | 2 | 3 |
| 1987 | SEA | C | 3 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 | ||