Todd Pratt
Born: 2/9/1967 in Bellevue, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-07-29 | Final Game: 2006-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Todd Alan Pratt
Biography
Todd Pratt, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 1992 to 2006. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 662 games, showcasing his versatility as a position player. Pratt was known for his solid offensive skills, finishing his career with 404 hits, 49 home runs, and 224 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .251. His ability to contribute in critical situations made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, which included the New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, and Atlanta Braves.
Pratt's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball marked by the rise of power hitting and increased offensive production. While he may not have been among the league's superstars, his consistent performance and clutch hitting earned him a reputation as a reliable player off the bench and in spot-start situations. In addition to his offensive contributions, Pratt demonstrated speed on the base paths, successfully stealing 6 bases throughout his career. His journey through Major League Baseball reflects the experiences of many players in the late 1990s and early 2000s, navigating a league that was increasingly defined by both power and strategy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 662 | 1612 | 194 | 404 | 84 | 3 | 49 | 224 | 6 | 208 | 454 | 0.251 | 0.344 | 0.398 | 0.741 | -297.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | PHI | NL | 16 | 46 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 0.283 | 80.9 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | 33 | 87 | 8 | 25 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 19 | 0.287 | 216.0 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | 28 | 102 | 10 | 20 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 12 | 29 | 0.196 | -357.0 |
| 1995 | CHC | NL | 25 | 60 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 21 | 0.133 | -533.8 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | 39 | 106 | 12 | 30 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 0 | 13 | 32 | 0.283 | 77.3 |
| 1998 | NYN | NL | 41 | 69 | 9 | 19 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 0.275 | 55.0 |
| 1999 | NYN | NL | 71 | 140 | 18 | 41 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 2 | 15 | 32 | 0.293 | -35.8 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 80 | 160 | 33 | 44 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 25 | 0 | 22 | 31 | 0.275 | 301.6 |
| 2001 | NYN | NL | 45 | 80 | 6 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 15 | 36 | 0.163 | -267.9 |
| 2001 | PHI | NL | 35 | 93 | 12 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 19 | 25 | 0.204 | -267.9 |
| 2002 | PHI | NL | 39 | 106 | 14 | 33 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 2 | 24 | 28 | 0.311 | 624.5 |
| 2003 | PHI | NL | 43 | 125 | 16 | 34 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 0 | 22 | 38 | 0.272 | 405.4 |
| 2004 | PHI | NL | 45 | 128 | 16 | 33 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 0 | 18 | 38 | 0.258 | -86.6 |
| 2005 | PHI | NL | 60 | 175 | 17 | 44 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 23 | 0 | 19 | 50 | 0.251 | -50.5 |
| 2006 | ATL | NL | 62 | 135 | 14 | 28 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 19 | 1 | 12 | 43 | 0.207 | -550.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 0.143 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | WS | NYN | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2000 | NLDS2 | NYN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1999 | NLDS2 | NYN | 3 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.125 |
| 1999 | NLCS | NYN | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 1993 | NLCS | PHI | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 13 | 10 | 80 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| C | 553 | 415 | 3111 | 158 | 23 | 33 |
| OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | PHI | C | 11 | 11 | 65 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1993 | PHI | C | 26 | 19 | 169 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| 1994 | PHI | C | 28 | 26 | 172 | 8 | 0 | 3 |
| 1995 | CHN | C | 25 | 18 | 149 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 1997 | NYN | C | 36 | 28 | 186 | 22 | 2 | 3 |
| 1998 | NYN | C | 16 | 8 | 67 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1998 | NYN | 1B | 3 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | NYN | C | 52 | 28 | 262 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | NYN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | NYN | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | NYN | C | 71 | 38 | 314 | 24 | 1 | 4 |
| 2001 | NYN | C | 31 | 20 | 152 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | PHI | C | 34 | 28 | 190 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| 2001 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | PHI | C | 34 | 32 | 239 | 10 | 0 | 3 |
| 2002 | PHI | 1B | 2 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | PHI | C | 35 | 33 | 231 | 9 | 1 | 4 |
| 2003 | PHI | 1B | 6 | 4 | 44 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2004 | PHI | C | 43 | 38 | 259 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 | PHI | C | 57 | 49 | 377 | 18 | 1 | 4 |
| 2006 | ATL | C | 54 | 39 | 279 | 11 | 4 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 553 |
| First Base | 13 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | ATL | NL | $850,000 |
| 2005 | PHI | NL | $750,000 |
| 2004 | PHI | NL | $875,000 |
| 2003 | PHI | NL | $850,000 |
| 2002 | PHI | NL | $650,000 |
| 2001 | NYN | NL | $600,000 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | $500,000 |
| 1999 | NYN | NL | $350,000 |
| 1998 | NYN | NL | $300,000 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | $200,000 |
| 1995 | CHN | NL | $215,000 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | $155,000 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | $122,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,417,500 | ||