Gary Redus
Born: 11/1/1956 in Tanner, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-07 | Final Game: 1994-07-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Gary Eugene Redus
Biography
Gary Redus, born in 1956, was a dynamic position player whose career spanned from 1982 to 1994. Known for his exceptional speed and versatility, Redus played in 1,159 games, amassing 886 hits and 90 home runs, while driving in 352 runs with a batting average of .252. A notable base stealer, he recorded 322 stolen bases throughout his career, showcasing his ability to impact games not just with his bat, but also with his legs.
Redus made his mark during a transitional period in baseball, where the game began to embrace a mix of power and speed. His playing style reflected this evolution, as he combined solid hitting with aggressive base-running tactics. Over the course of his career, he was a valuable asset to several teams, contributing to their offensive strategies and leaving a lasting impression on the field. His contributions to the game were particularly significant as he navigated the challenges of a competitive era, establishing himself as a reliable player in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1159 | 3513 | 591 | 886 | 183 | 51 | 90 | 352 | 322 | 481 | 688 | 0.252 | 0.342 | 0.410 | 0.752 | 3752.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | CIN | NL | 20 | 83 | 12 | 18 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 21 | 0.217 | -252.8 |
| 1983 | CIN | NL | 125 | 453 | 90 | 112 | 20 | 9 | 17 | 51 | 39 | 71 | 111 | 0.247 | 1097.7 |
| 1984 | CIN | NL | 123 | 394 | 69 | 100 | 21 | 3 | 7 | 22 | 48 | 52 | 71 | 0.254 | 141.6 |
| 1985 | CIN | NL | 101 | 246 | 51 | 62 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 28 | 48 | 44 | 52 | 0.252 | 544.5 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | 90 | 340 | 62 | 84 | 22 | 4 | 11 | 33 | 25 | 47 | 78 | 0.247 | 511.3 |
| 1987 | CHW | AL | 130 | 475 | 78 | 112 | 26 | 6 | 12 | 48 | 52 | 69 | 90 | 0.236 | -345.1 |
| 1988 | CHW | AL | 77 | 262 | 42 | 69 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 34 | 26 | 33 | 52 | 0.263 | 317.3 |
| 1988 | PIT | NL | 30 | 71 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 15 | 19 | 0.197 | 317.3 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | 98 | 279 | 42 | 79 | 18 | 7 | 6 | 33 | 25 | 40 | 51 | 0.283 | 1037.4 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | 96 | 227 | 32 | 56 | 15 | 3 | 6 | 23 | 11 | 33 | 38 | 0.247 | 287.4 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | 98 | 252 | 45 | 62 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 24 | 17 | 28 | 39 | 0.246 | 51.3 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | 76 | 176 | 26 | 45 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 11 | 17 | 25 | 0.256 | 5.3 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | 77 | 222 | 28 | 64 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 31 | 4 | 23 | 35 | 0.288 | 376.9 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | 18 | 33 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 43 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 0.279 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | NLCS | PIT | 5 | 16 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0.438 |
| 1991 | NLCS | PIT | 5 | 19 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.158 |
| 1990 | NLCS | PIT | 5 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 237 | 199 | 1725 | 133 | 19 | 128 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 777 | 672 | 1421 | 59 | 39 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | CIN | OF | 20 | 20 | 29 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | CIN | OF | 120 | 118 | 235 | 11 | 7 | 0 |
| 1984 | CIN | OF | 114 | 94 | 200 | 6 | 7 | 3 |
| 1985 | CIN | OF | 85 | 59 | 140 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | PHI | OF | 89 | 85 | 185 | 8 | 4 | 2 |
| 1987 | CHA | OF | 123 | 119 | 262 | 13 | 6 | 4 |
| 1988 | CHA | OF | 68 | 66 | 140 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 1988 | PIT | OF | 19 | 17 | 42 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | PIT | 1B | 72 | 62 | 567 | 54 | 8 | 42 |
| 1989 | PIT | OF | 16 | 11 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1990 | PIT | 1B | 72 | 58 | 447 | 35 | 6 | 29 |
| 1990 | PIT | OF | 7 | 6 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1991 | PIT | 1B | 47 | 43 | 377 | 25 | 4 | 35 |
| 1991 | PIT | OF | 33 | 13 | 26 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | PIT | 1B | 36 | 31 | 280 | 16 | 0 | 14 |
| 1992 | PIT | OF | 15 | 13 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | TEX | 1B | 5 | 3 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 1993 | TEX | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | TEX | OF | 61 | 48 | 103 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | TEX | 1B | 5 | 2 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 1994 | TEX | OF | 7 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 237 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 572 |
| Center Field | 133 |
| Right Field | 117 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Player of the Week | Week of 1987-05-16 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | TEX | AL | $500,000 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | $500,000 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | $825,000 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | $600,000 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | $500,000 |
| 1989 | PIT | NL | $500,000 |
| 1988 | CHA | AL | $460,000 |
| 1987 | CHA | AL | $400,000 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | $350,000 |
| 1985 | CIN | NL | $227,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,862,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calhoun Community College | Decatur | AL | 1975, 1976 |
| Athens State University | Athens | AL | 1977, 1978 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 4th | 8.0 | 120 | 0 |