Gerald Perry, baseball player, 1983-1995

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

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

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