Warren Newson
Born: 7/3/1964 in Newnan, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-05-29 | Final Game: 1998-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Warren Dale Newson
Biography
Warren Newson was a professional baseball player born in 1964, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1991 until his retirement in 1998. Primarily serving as a position player, Newson played a total of 489 games throughout his career. He recorded 248 hits, which included 34 home runs and 120 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .250. Known for his versatility on the field, Newson also demonstrated speed on the bases, contributing 14 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Newson's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the emergence of power hitting and the increasing importance of offensive contributions. While he may not have been a household name, his consistent performance and ability to impact games in various ways underscored his role as a solid contributor to his teams. After retiring on September 27, 1998, Newson left behind a legacy as a reliable player who played a significant part in the competitive landscape of the 1990s Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 489 | 992 | 156 | 248 | 40 | 4 | 34 | 120 | 14 | 196 | 292 | 0.250 | 0.374 | 0.401 | 0.775 | 1361.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CHW | AL | 71 | 132 | 20 | 39 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 25 | 2 | 28 | 34 | 0.295 | 593.1 |
| 1992 | CHW | AL | 63 | 136 | 19 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 37 | 38 | 0.221 | 54.0 |
| 1993 | CHW | AL | 26 | 40 | 9 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 12 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | CHW | AL | 63 | 102 | 16 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 14 | 23 | 0.255 | -102.4 |
| 1995 | CHW | AL | 51 | 85 | 19 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 23 | 27 | 0.235 | 174.5 |
| 1995 | SEA | AL | 33 | 72 | 15 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 16 | 18 | 0.292 | 174.5 |
| 1996 | TEX | AL | 91 | 235 | 34 | 60 | 14 | 1 | 10 | 31 | 3 | 37 | 82 | 0.255 | 276.7 |
| 1997 | TEX | AL | 81 | 169 | 23 | 36 | 10 | 1 | 10 | 23 | 3 | 31 | 53 | 0.213 | 173.8 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | 10 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.143 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | ALDS2 | TEX | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1995 | ALDS2 | SEA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1993 | ALCS | CHA | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 316 | 223 | 464 | 17 | 11 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CHA | OF | 50 | 36 | 48 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | CHA | OF | 50 | 36 | 67 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 1993 | CHA | OF | 5 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | CHA | OF | 34 | 23 | 46 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 | CHA | OF | 24 | 18 | 44 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | SEA | OF | 23 | 17 | 33 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | TEX | OF | 66 | 52 | 122 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 1997 | TEX | OF | 58 | 38 | 93 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 1998 | TEX | OF | 6 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 108 |
| Center Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 215 |
| Designated Hitter | 48 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | TEX | AL | $375,000 |
| 1996 | TEX | AL | $250,000 |
| 1995 | CHA | AL | $200,000 |
| 1994 | CHA | AL | $175,000 |
| 1993 | CHA | AL | $160,000 |
| 1992 | CHA | AL | $135,000 |
| 1991 | CHA | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,395,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Georgia College | Cochran | GA | 1985, 1986 |