Gerald Perry
Born: 10/30/1960 in Savannah, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-08-11 | Final Game: 1995-08-24
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Gerald June Perry
Biography
Gerald Perry was a professional baseball player born in 1960, who made significant contributions to the game during his career from 1983 to 1995. A versatile position player, Perry played in 1,193 games and accumulated a total of 832 hits, showcasing a solid batting average of .265. He was known for his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively, finishing his career with 59 home runs and 396 RBIs, as well as demonstrating speed on the bases with 142 stolen bases. Perry's one All-Star selection highlighted his status as one of the prominent players of his era.
Perry's playing style was characterized by his contact hitting and adaptability, allowing him to excel in various roles across the infield and outfield. He emerged during a transitional phase in baseball, where the game was evolving with an increasing emphasis on power hitting and speed. His contributions were particularly valuable to the teams he played for, as he embraced the competitive spirit of the late 1980s and early 1990s, often serving as a reliable presence in the lineup. Perry's career remains a testament to the impact of consistency and versatility in achieving long-term success in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1193 | 3144 | 383 | 832 | 150 | 11 | 59 | 396 | 142 | 328 | 374 | 0.265 | 0.333 | 0.376 | 0.708 | -528.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | ATL | NL | 27 | 39 | 5 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.359 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | ATL | NL | 122 | 347 | 52 | 92 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 47 | 15 | 61 | 38 | 0.265 | 560.2 |
| 1985 | ATL | NL | 110 | 238 | 22 | 51 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 23 | 28 | 0.214 | -955.9 |
| 1986 | ATL | NL | 29 | 70 | 6 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 0.271 | 20.6 |
| 1987 | ATL | NL | 142 | 533 | 77 | 144 | 35 | 2 | 12 | 74 | 42 | 48 | 63 | 0.270 | -150.6 |
| 1988 | ATL | NL | 141 | 547 | 61 | 164 | 29 | 1 | 8 | 74 | 29 | 36 | 49 | 0.300 | 572.9 |
| 1989 | ATL | NL | 72 | 266 | 24 | 67 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 10 | 32 | 28 | 0.252 | -36.7 |
| 1990 | KCR | AL | 133 | 465 | 57 | 118 | 22 | 2 | 8 | 57 | 17 | 39 | 56 | 0.254 | -489.1 |
| 1991 | STL | NL | 109 | 242 | 29 | 58 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 36 | 15 | 22 | 34 | 0.240 | -241.1 |
| 1992 | STL | NL | 87 | 143 | 13 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 3 | 15 | 23 | 0.238 | -260.0 |
| 1993 | STL | NL | 96 | 98 | 21 | 33 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 18 | 23 | 0.337 | 631.2 |
| 1994 | STL | NL | 60 | 77 | 12 | 25 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 0.325 | 437.6 |
| 1995 | STL | NL | 65 | 79 | 4 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0.165 | -617.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 656 | 572 | 5532 | 382 | 73 | 477 |
| OF | 89 | 77 | 107 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | ATL | 1B | 7 | 6 | 55 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| 1983 | ATL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | ATL | 1B | 64 | 40 | 476 | 26 | 6 | 41 |
| 1984 | ATL | OF | 53 | 51 | 74 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| 1985 | ATL | 1B | 55 | 50 | 541 | 37 | 9 | 48 |
| 1985 | ATL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | ATL | 1B | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 1986 | ATL | OF | 21 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 | ATL | 1B | 136 | 125 | 1288 | 72 | 14 | 118 |
| 1987 | ATL | OF | 7 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | ATL | 1B | 141 | 138 | 1282 | 106 | 17 | 102 |
| 1989 | ATL | 1B | 72 | 70 | 618 | 51 | 9 | 49 |
| 1990 | KCA | 1B | 51 | 49 | 394 | 40 | 6 | 41 |
| 1991 | SLN | 1B | 61 | 46 | 407 | 28 | 5 | 30 |
| 1991 | SLN | OF | 5 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SLN | 1B | 29 | 22 | 221 | 11 | 3 | 23 |
| 1993 | SLN | 1B | 15 | 7 | 77 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 1993 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | SLN | 1B | 13 | 11 | 96 | 4 | 1 | 9 |
| 1995 | SLN | 1B | 11 | 7 | 69 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 656 |
| Left Field | 89 |
| Right Field | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 68 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Player of the Week | Week of 1983-08-19 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | SLN | NL | $299,000 |
| 1994 | SLN | NL | $650,000 |
| 1993 | SLN | NL | $966,667 |
| 1992 | SLN | NL | $1,166,667 |
| 1991 | SLN | NL | $1,166,667 |
| 1990 | KCA | AL | $662,500 |
| 1989 | ATL | NL | $662,500 |
| 1988 | ATL | NL | $425,000 |
| 1987 | ATL | NL | $150,000 |
| 1985 | ATL | NL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,269,001 | ||