Randy Ready
Born: 1/8/1960 in San Mateo, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-09-04 | Final Game: 1995-07-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Randy Max Ready
Biography
Randy Ready was a professional baseball player born in 1960, who had a career spanning from 1983 to 1995. Primarily known for his versatility as a position player, Ready appeared in 777 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. He made a significant impact during a time when the game was experiencing shifts in offensive strategies, contributing to teams with both his bat and fielding skills.
Over the course of his career, Ready recorded 547 hits, including 40 home runs and 239 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .259. He also showcased his speed on the base paths with 27 stolen bases. Ready was noted for his ability to adapt to various roles on the field, which made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. His journey through the game reflected the evolving nature of baseball in the late 20th century, and he remains a notable figure for his contributions during that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 777 | 2110 | 312 | 547 | 107 | 21 | 40 | 239 | 27 | 326 | 276 | 0.259 | 0.359 | 0.387 | 0.745 | 2491.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | ATL | AL | 12 | 37 | 8 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 0.405 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | ATL | AL | 37 | 123 | 13 | 23 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 14 | 18 | 0.187 | -330.3 |
| 1985 | ATL | AL | 48 | 181 | 29 | 48 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 21 | 0 | 14 | 23 | 0.265 | -83.5 |
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 23 | 79 | 8 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 0.190 | -300.5 |
| 1986 | SDP | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | -300.5 |
| 1987 | SDP | NL | 124 | 350 | 69 | 108 | 26 | 6 | 12 | 54 | 7 | 67 | 44 | 0.309 | 2094.3 |
| 1988 | SDP | NL | 114 | 331 | 43 | 88 | 16 | 2 | 7 | 39 | 6 | 39 | 38 | 0.266 | 431.9 |
| 1989 | PHI | NL | 72 | 187 | 33 | 50 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 21 | 4 | 31 | 31 | 0.267 | 731.8 |
| 1989 | SDP | NL | 28 | 67 | 4 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 0.254 | 731.8 |
| 1990 | PHI | NL | 101 | 217 | 26 | 53 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 29 | 35 | 0.244 | -324.0 |
| 1991 | PHI | NL | 76 | 205 | 32 | 51 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 2 | 47 | 25 | 0.249 | 204.7 |
| 1992 | OAK | AL | 61 | 125 | 17 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 25 | 23 | 0.200 | -178.6 |
| 1993 | WSN | NL | 40 | 134 | 22 | 34 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 23 | 8 | 0.254 | 22.0 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | 17 | 42 | 5 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 0.381 | 233.8 |
| 1995 | PHI | NL | 23 | 29 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.138 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | ALCS | OAK | 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 | 20 | 14 | 122 | 9 | 8 | 10 |
| 2B | 234 | 190 | 389 | 546 | 20 | 102 |
| 3B | 203 | 170 | 144 | 368 | 32 | 37 |
| OF | 171 | 129 | 263 | 14 | 5 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | ML4 | 3B | 4 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | ML4 | 3B | 36 | 31 | 29 | 76 | 6 | 4 |
| 1985 | ML4 | 2B | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | ML4 | 3B | 7 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | ML4 | OF | 37 | 35 | 85 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1986 | ML4 | 2B | 7 | 6 | 14 | 14 | 1 | 4 |
| 1986 | ML4 | 3B | 3 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | ML4 | OF | 11 | 10 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | SDN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | SDN | 2B | 51 | 39 | 65 | 124 | 3 | 24 |
| 1987 | SDN | 3B | 52 | 40 | 30 | 95 | 12 | 11 |
| 1987 | SDN | OF | 16 | 10 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | SDN | 2B | 26 | 22 | 53 | 54 | 3 | 10 |
| 1988 | SDN | 3B | 57 | 48 | 42 | 98 | 7 | 12 |
| 1988 | SDN | OF | 16 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | PHI | 2B | 7 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 3 | 3 |
| 1989 | PHI | 3B | 14 | 13 | 10 | 20 | 2 | 3 |
| 1989 | PHI | OF | 36 | 30 | 47 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| 1989 | SDN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | SDN | 3B | 18 | 16 | 16 | 36 | 2 | 4 |
| 1989 | SDN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | PHI | 2B | 28 | 24 | 46 | 84 | 2 | 18 |
| 1990 | PHI | OF | 30 | 23 | 32 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | PHI | 2B | 66 | 54 | 127 | 145 | 3 | 22 |
| 1992 | OAK | 1B | 4 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| 1992 | OAK | 2B | 4 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1992 | OAK | 3B | 7 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| 1992 | OAK | OF | 24 | 12 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | MON | 1B | 13 | 10 | 87 | 8 | 4 | 5 |
| 1993 | MON | 2B | 28 | 25 | 46 | 75 | 4 | 17 |
| 1993 | MON | 3B | 3 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | PHI | 2B | 11 | 11 | 18 | 27 | 0 | 3 |
| 1994 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | PHI | 1B | 3 | 3 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 1995 | PHI | 2B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 20 |
| Second Base | 234 |
| Third Base | 203 |
| Left Field | 167 |
| Right Field | 6 |
| Designated Hitter | 33 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | PHI | NL | $150,000 |
| 1992 | OAK | AL | $500,000 |
| 1991 | PHI | NL | $600,000 |
| 1990 | PHI | NL | $520,000 |
| 1989 | SDN | NL | $370,000 |
| 1988 | SDN | NL | $210,000 |
| 1987 | SDN | NL | $110,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,460,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University East Bay | Hayward | CA | 1978 |
| Mesa State College | Grand Junction | CO | 1980 |