Greg Olson
Born: 9/6/1960 in Marshall, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-06-27 | Final Game: 1993-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Gregory William Olson
Biography
Greg Olson, born in 1960, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1989 to 1993. Over the course of his career, Olson played in 414 games, compiling a total of 309 hits, which included 20 home runs and 131 runs batted in. He finished his playing career with a batting average of .242 and recorded 5 stolen bases. Known for his solid defensive skills and ability to contribute at key moments, Olson earned an All-Star selection during his time in the league, highlighting his status as a noteworthy player of his era.
Olson's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the late 1980s and early 1990s, which saw the game evolve with a growing emphasis on power hitting and advanced analytics. While he may not have been among the most prolific power hitters of his time, his ability to provide depth and versatility made him a valuable asset to his teams. His contributions to the game are remembered by fans and historians as part of the rich tapestry of baseball during a time of change and development in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 414 | 1275 | 132 | 309 | 61 | 3 | 20 | 131 | 5 | 137 | 157 | 0.242 | 0.317 | 0.342 | 0.659 | -1594.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | MIN | AL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | ATL | NL | 100 | 298 | 36 | 78 | 12 | 1 | 7 | 36 | 1 | 30 | 51 | 0.262 | 57.9 |
| 1991 | ATL | NL | 133 | 411 | 46 | 99 | 25 | 0 | 6 | 44 | 1 | 44 | 48 | 0.241 | -488.1 |
| 1992 | ATL | NL | 95 | 302 | 27 | 72 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 27 | 2 | 34 | 31 | 0.238 | -399.2 |
| 1993 | ATL | NL | 83 | 262 | 23 | 59 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 29 | 27 | 0.225 | -765.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 54 | 6 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 8 | 0.278 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NLCS | ATL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 1991 | WS | ATL | 7 | 27 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 0.222 |
| 1991 | NLCS | ATL | 7 | 24 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 402 | 349 | 2193 | 169 | 18 | 24 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | MIN | C | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | ATL | C | 97 | 78 | 501 | 43 | 7 | 3 |
| 1990 | ATL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | ATL | C | 127 | 113 | 721 | 48 | 4 | 7 |
| 1992 | ATL | C | 94 | 85 | 522 | 43 | 1 | 8 |
| 1993 | ATL | C | 81 | 73 | 445 | 35 | 6 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 402 |
| Third Base | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | ATL | NL | $925,000 |
| 1992 | ATL | NL | $350,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,275,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota | Minneapolis | MN | 1980, 1981, 1982 |