Jim Presley, baseball player, 135 home runs, 1984-1991

Jim Presley

Born: 10/23/1961 in Pensacola, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1984-06-24 | Final Game: 1991-06-07

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: James Arthur Presley

Biography

Jim Presley was a professional baseball player born in 1961, who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1984 until 1991. Known for his power-hitting ability, he played primarily as a position player and showcased his talents with several teams during his career. Over the course of 959 games, Presley recorded 875 hits, which included 135 home runs and 495 runs batted in (RBIs). He concluded his playing days with a batting average of .247 and demonstrated speed on the bases with 9 stolen bases. His single All-Star selection in 1989 underscored his status as a notable player during the late 1980s, a time characterized by a growing emphasis on offensive production in the league. Presley's career unfolded during an exciting period in baseball history, where power hitters began to reshape the game. His ability to drive in runs and deliver clutch performances made him a valuable asset to his teams. Throughout his time in the majors, he left a lasting impact on fans and players alike, contributing to the evolving narrative of baseball during a time when the game was increasingly defined by home runs and offensive firepower.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
959 3546 413 875 181 14 135 495 9 210 859 0.247 0.290 0.420 0.710 -1530.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 47 25 245 26 2 26
3B 911 900 633 1709 127 152
SS 4 1 0 4 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 47
Third Base 911
Shortstop 4
Designated Hitter 7

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1991 SDN NL $500,000
1990 ATL NL $640,000
1989 SEA AL $595,000
1988 SEA AL $535,000
1986 SEA AL $192,500
1985 SEA AL $71,600
Total Career Earnings $2,534,100

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1986 Most Valuable Player AL 21th 2.0 392 0