Ron Pruitt
Born: 10/21/1951 in Flint, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-06-25 | Final Game: 1983-04-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Ronald Ralph Pruitt
Biography
Ron Pruitt was a professional baseball player born in 1951 who had a career spanning from 1975 to 1983. Primarily serving as a position player, Pruitt played a total of 341 games in Major League Baseball. He recorded 214 hits, 12 home runs, and 92 RBIs, culminating in a respectable batting average of .269. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed not only with his bat but also showcased his speed with 8 stolen bases throughout his career.
Pruitt's time in baseball coincided with a transformative era in the sport, as teams began to embrace more dynamic playing styles and the importance of offensive production. Though he may not be among the most celebrated players of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, and he remains a notable figure for those who followed his career. Pruitt's blend of hitting ability and base running made him a valuable asset during his tenure in the league, reflecting the evolving nature of baseball in the late 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 341 | 795 | 88 | 214 | 28 | 4 | 12 | 92 | 8 | 94 | 90 | 0.269 | 0.345 | 0.360 | 0.705 | 225.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | TEX | AL | 14 | 17 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.176 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | CLE | AL | 47 | 86 | 7 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 0.267 | 57.0 |
| 1977 | CLE | AL | 78 | 219 | 29 | 63 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 32 | 2 | 28 | 22 | 0.288 | 176.1 |
| 1978 | CLE | AL | 71 | 187 | 17 | 44 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 17 | 2 | 16 | 20 | 0.235 | -161.4 |
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 64 | 166 | 23 | 47 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 21 | 2 | 19 | 21 | 0.283 | 10.1 |
| 1980 | CHW | AL | 33 | 70 | 8 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 0.300 | 143.6 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 23 | 36 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.306 | 143.6 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | SFG | NL | 5 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | SFG | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 17 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| C | 89 | 48 | 256 | 30 | 4 | 6 |
| OF | 162 | 126 | 249 | 7 | 6 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | TEX | C | 13 | 4 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | TEX | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CLE | C | 6 | 4 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1976 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CLE | 3B | 6 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 | CLE | OF | 26 | 15 | 41 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1977 | CLE | C | 4 | 1 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | CLE | OF | 69 | 56 | 104 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1978 | CLE | C | 48 | 35 | 170 | 15 | 3 | 4 |
| 1978 | CLE | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | CLE | OF | 16 | 13 | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | CLE | C | 11 | 3 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1979 | CLE | 3B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | CLE | OF | 29 | 27 | 43 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHA | C | 5 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHA | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHA | OF | 11 | 9 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CLE | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CLE | OF | 6 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | CLE | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | CLE | OF | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | SFN | C | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | SFN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 89 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 17 |
| Left Field | 83 |
| Center Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 78 |
| Designated Hitter | 37 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | East Lansing | MI | 1970, 1971, 1972 |