Chris Pritchett
Born: 1/31/1970 in Merced, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-09-06 | Final Game: 2000-05-23
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Christopher Davis Pritchett
Biography
Chris Pritchett, born in 1970, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1996 until his retirement in 2000. Over the course of his career, Pritchett appeared in 61 Major League games, where he showcased his skills at the plate and on the base paths. He recorded a total of 33 hits, including 3 home runs, and contributed 11 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .221. Pritchett also demonstrated speed with 3 stolen bases, reflecting his ability to impact the game not only with his bat but also with his agility on the field.
Pritchett's career unfolded during a time when the game was transitioning into an era characterized by offensive power and athleticism, as the late 1990s saw a significant increase in home runs and player performance. Although he played a limited number of games, Pritchett's contributions to his teams were indicative of the depth and talent present in the league during that period. His journey through Major League Baseball remains a testament to the dedication and hard work required to reach the highest level of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | 149 | 16 | 33 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 31 | 0.221 | 0.255 | 0.315 | 0.570 | -46.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 5 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 31 | 80 | 12 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 0.287 | -46.6 |
| 1999 | LAA | AL | 20 | 45 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0.156 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | PHI | NL | 5 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 52 | 33 | 330 | 33 | 2 | 24 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CAL | 1B | 5 | 3 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 1998 | ANA | 1B | 29 | 19 | 190 | 20 | 1 | 12 |
| 1999 | ANA | 1B | 15 | 8 | 96 | 8 | 1 | 8 |
| 2000 | PHI | 1B | 3 | 3 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 52 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | ANA | AL | $171,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $171,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1989, 1990, 1991 |