Jon Nunnally
Born: 11/9/1971 in Danville, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-04-26 | Final Game: 2000-05-31
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jonathan Keith Nunnally
Biography
Jon Nunnally was an American professional baseball player, born in 1971, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1995 until his retirement in 2000. Over the course of his career, Nunnally appeared in 364 games, showcasing a blend of power and speed that defined his playing style. He recorded 218 hits, including 42 home runs, and drove in 125 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .246. In addition to his offensive contributions, he also demonstrated his agility on the base paths, accumulating 19 stolen bases.
Nunnally's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by an increase in offensive output and a burgeoning emphasis on power hitters. His ability to hit for both average and power made him a valuable asset to his teams, as he navigated the challenges of competing at the highest level. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Nunnally's contributions to the game during his playing years left a lasting impression, particularly for fans who witnessed his versatility and determination on the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 364 | 885 | 162 | 218 | 47 | 12 | 42 | 125 | 19 | 146 | 239 | 0.246 | 0.354 | 0.469 | 0.823 | 1567.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | KCR | AL | 119 | 303 | 51 | 74 | 15 | 6 | 14 | 42 | 6 | 51 | 86 | 0.244 | 645.6 |
| 1996 | KCR | AL | 35 | 90 | 16 | 19 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 13 | 25 | 0.211 | -32.8 |
| 1997 | CIN | NL | 65 | 201 | 38 | 64 | 12 | 3 | 13 | 35 | 7 | 26 | 51 | 0.318 | 1219.1 |
| 1997 | KCR | AL | 13 | 29 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0.241 | 1219.1 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 74 | 174 | 29 | 36 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 20 | 3 | 34 | 38 | 0.207 | -134.3 |
| 1999 | BOS | AL | 10 | 14 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 48 | 74 | 16 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 17 | 26 | 0.189 | -130.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 311 | 233 | 555 | 17 | 17 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | KCA | OF | 107 | 84 | 197 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| 1996 | KCA | OF | 29 | 24 | 61 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | CIN | OF | 60 | 52 | 121 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1997 | KCA | OF | 9 | 8 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | CIN | OF | 70 | 51 | 126 | 5 | 6 | 0 |
| 1999 | BOS | OF | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | NYN | OF | 34 | 13 | 38 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 71 |
| Center Field | 87 |
| Right Field | 193 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NYN | NL | $260,000 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | $245,000 |
| 1997 | CIN | NL | $190,000 |
| 1996 | KCA | AL | $190,000 |
| 1995 | KCA | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $994,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade College - Kendall Campus | Miami | FL | 1991, 1992 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 8th | 2.0 | 140 | 0 |