John Patterson
Born: 2/11/1967 in Key West, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-04-06 | Final Game: 1995-09-26
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: John Allen Patterson
Biography
John Patterson, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1992 to 2004. Primarily serving as a position player, Patterson played in a total of 228 games across his tenure in Major League Baseball. Over the course of his career, he recorded 121 hits, with a batting average of .215. He contributed to his teams with 5 home runs and 52 runs batted in, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 22 stolen bases.
Patterson's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by a shift towards offensive power and athleticism. While he may not have been among the most celebrated stars of his era, his contributions were significant to the teams he played for, exemplifying the role of a versatile player capable of impacting games in various ways. His legacy reflects the diverse skill sets that were increasingly valued in the game during the 1990s and early 2000s, marking him as a noteworthy participant in the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40.0 | 35.0 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 4.0 | 1.0 | 7.0 | 0.200 | 0.300 | 0.343 | 0.643 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | 28.0 | 25.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0.120 | 0.214 | 0.160 | 0.374 |
| 1904 | 12.0 | 10.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 5.0 | 0.400 | 0.500 | 0.800 | 1.300 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 228 | 564 | 74 | 121 | 16 | 5 | 5 | 52 | 22 | 35 | 113 | 0.215 | 0.289 | 0.287 | 0.576 | -2232.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | SFG | NL | 32 | 103 | 10 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 24 | 0.184 | -615.2 |
| 1993 | SFG | NL | 16 | 16 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | SFG | NL | 85 | 240 | 36 | 57 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 32 | 13 | 16 | 43 | 0.237 | -682.1 |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 95 | 205 | 27 | 42 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 14 | 4 | 14 | 41 | 0.205 | -935.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 138 | 112 | 278 | 329 | 14 | 82 |
| OF | 5 | 5 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | SFN | 2B | 22 | 18 | 43 | 54 | 4 | 16 |
| 1992 | SFN | OF | 5 | 5 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | SFN | 2B | 63 | 54 | 121 | 163 | 6 | 32 |
| 1995 | SFN | 2B | 53 | 40 | 114 | 112 | 4 | 34 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 138 |
| Center Field | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | SFN | NL | $122,500 |
| 1994 | SFN | NL | $115,000 |
| 1993 | SFN | NL | $115,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $352,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon University | Phoenix | AZ | 1987, 1988 |