Juan Pierre
Born: 8/14/1977 in Mobile, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-08-07 | Final Game: 2013-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Juan D'Vaughn Pierre
Biography
Juan Pierre, born in 1977, was a prominent Major League Baseball outfielder who played from 2000 until 2013. Known for his exceptional speed and contact hitting, Pierre made a significant impact on the game during his career, which spanned 1,994 games. He recorded 2,217 hits and boasted a career batting average of .295, showcasing his ability to consistently reach base. Pierre was particularly recognized for his prowess on the basepaths, amassing 614 stolen bases, which positioned him among the top base stealers of his era.
Pierre's playing style was characterized by a blend of speed and agility, often utilizing his quickness to disrupt opposing defenses and score runs. He was a key contributor to the teams he played for, including the Miami Marlins, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers, and he finished his career with 18 home runs and 517 RBIs. His contributions to the game were especially notable during the early 2000s, a period marked by power hitters and a shifting focus in baseball strategy. Pierre's legacy is one of tenacity and skill, as he remains a celebrated figure for those who appreciate the art of base stealing and the importance of speed in the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 7525 | 1075 | 2217 | 255 | 94 | 18 | 517 | 614 | 464 | 479 | 0.295 | 0.343 | 0.361 | 0.704 | -7877.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | COL | NL | 51 | 200 | 26 | 62 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 0.310 | -450.3 |
| 2001 | COL | NL | 156 | 617 | 108 | 202 | 26 | 11 | 2 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 29 | 0.327 | 739.7 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 152 | 592 | 90 | 170 | 20 | 5 | 1 | 35 | 47 | 31 | 52 | 0.287 | -1090.2 |
| 2003 | MIA | NL | 162 | 668 | 100 | 204 | 28 | 7 | 1 | 41 | 65 | 55 | 35 | 0.305 | -218.8 |
| 2004 | MIA | NL | 162 | 678 | 100 | 221 | 22 | 12 | 3 | 49 | 45 | 45 | 35 | 0.326 | 481.2 |
| 2005 | MIA | NL | 162 | 656 | 96 | 181 | 19 | 13 | 2 | 47 | 57 | 41 | 45 | 0.276 | -1243.1 |
| 2006 | CHC | NL | 162 | 699 | 87 | 204 | 32 | 13 | 3 | 40 | 58 | 32 | 38 | 0.292 | -1042.0 |
| 2007 | LAD | NL | 162 | 668 | 96 | 196 | 24 | 8 | 0 | 41 | 64 | 33 | 37 | 0.293 | -1346.9 |
| 2008 | LAD | NL | 119 | 375 | 44 | 106 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 28 | 40 | 22 | 24 | 0.283 | -878.3 |
| 2009 | LAD | NL | 145 | 380 | 57 | 117 | 16 | 8 | 0 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 0.308 | 142.5 |
| 2010 | CHW | AL | 160 | 651 | 96 | 179 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 47 | 68 | 45 | 47 | 0.275 | -1018.4 |
| 2011 | CHW | AL | 158 | 639 | 80 | 178 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 50 | 27 | 43 | 41 | 0.279 | -983.5 |
| 2012 | PHI | NL | 130 | 394 | 59 | 121 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 25 | 37 | 23 | 27 | 0.307 | 41.4 |
| 2013 | MIA | NL | 113 | 308 | 36 | 76 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 23 | 13 | 27 | 0.247 | -1010.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 79 | 16 | 24 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 0.304 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | NLCS | LAN | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2009 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2008 | NLDS1 | LAN | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2008 | NLCS | LAN | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 |
| 2003 | NLCS | FLO | 7 | 33 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.303 |
| 2003 | WS | FLO | 6 | 21 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 2003 | NLDS1 | FLO | 4 | 19 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0.263 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1831 | 1739 | 3879 | 44 | 40 | 14 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | COL | OF | 50 | 43 | 115 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 | COL | OF | 154 | 140 | 362 | 3 | 8 | 1 |
| 2002 | COL | OF | 149 | 133 | 363 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2003 | FLO | OF | 161 | 161 | 402 | 6 | 3 | 5 |
| 2004 | FLO | OF | 162 | 162 | 364 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2005 | FLO | OF | 160 | 155 | 332 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| 2006 | CHN | OF | 162 | 162 | 379 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | LAN | OF | 162 | 160 | 366 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 | LAN | OF | 93 | 85 | 153 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 2009 | LAN | OF | 103 | 76 | 156 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | CHA | OF | 149 | 149 | 307 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 | CHA | OF | 155 | 152 | 278 | 5 | 7 | 1 |
| 2012 | PHI | OF | 107 | 98 | 156 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | MIA | OF | 64 | 63 | 146 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 653 |
| Center Field | 1193 |
| Designated Hitter | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIA | NL | $1,600,000 |
| 2012 | PHI | NL | $800,000 |
| 2011 | CHA | AL | $8,500,000 |
| 2010 | CHA | AL | $7,000,000 |
| 2009 | LAN | NL | $10,000,000 |
| 2008 | LAN | NL | $8,000,000 |
| 2007 | LAN | NL | $7,500,000 |
| 2006 | CHN | NL | $5,750,000 |
| 2005 | FLO | NL | $3,700,000 |
| 2004 | FLO | NL | $2,400,000 |
| 2003 | FLO | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | $600,000 |
| 2001 | COL | NL | $215,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $57,065,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Alabama | Mobile | AL | 1998 |
| Galveston College | Galveston | TX | 1996, 1997 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 9.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2003 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 10th | 39.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2000 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 6th | 1.0 | 160 | 0 |