Jeff Reed
Born: 11/12/1962 in Joliet, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-04-05 | Final Game: 2000-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jeffrey Scott Reed
Biography
Jeff Reed, born in 1962, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1984 to 2000. Primarily serving as a position player, Reed was known for his versatility and ability to contribute to his teams both at the plate and in the field. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,234 games, amassing a total of 774 hits. His offensive contributions included 61 home runs and 323 RBIs, showcasing his power and run-producing capabilities. Reed finished his career with a batting average of .250, a respectable figure that reflects his consistent performance during an era that favored both pitching and hitting.
Reed's career unfolded during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, characterized by the increasing influence of player conditioning and strategy. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions were crucial to the teams he played for, and his ability to get on base and drive in runs made him a valuable asset. In addition to his offensive stats, Reed demonstrated speed on the bases, finishing his career with 7 stolen bases. His legacy in baseball is marked by his resilience and the impact he had in various roles throughout his lengthy career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1234 | 3101 | 311 | 774 | 144 | 10 | 61 | 323 | 7 | 391 | 566 | 0.250 | 0.334 | 0.361 | 0.695 | -2318.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 18 | 21 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 7 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | MIN | AL | 68 | 165 | 13 | 39 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 16 | 19 | 0.236 | -349.3 |
| 1987 | WSN | NL | 75 | 207 | 15 | 44 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 0.213 | -1145.8 |
| 1988 | CIN | NL | 49 | 142 | 10 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 15 | 19 | 0.232 | -285.0 |
| 1988 | WSN | NL | 43 | 123 | 10 | 27 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 22 | 0.220 | -285.0 |
| 1989 | CIN | NL | 102 | 287 | 16 | 64 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 0 | 34 | 46 | 0.223 | -663.5 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | 72 | 175 | 12 | 44 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 16 | 0 | 24 | 26 | 0.251 | 4.6 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 91 | 270 | 20 | 72 | 15 | 2 | 3 | 31 | 0 | 23 | 38 | 0.267 | -156.2 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | 15 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | SFG | NL | 66 | 119 | 10 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 16 | 22 | 0.261 | 158.3 |
| 1994 | SFG | NL | 50 | 103 | 11 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 11 | 21 | 0.175 | -666.4 |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 66 | 113 | 12 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 20 | 17 | 0.265 | -166.0 |
| 1996 | COL | NL | 116 | 341 | 34 | 97 | 20 | 1 | 8 | 37 | 2 | 43 | 65 | 0.284 | 233.0 |
| 1997 | COL | NL | 90 | 256 | 43 | 76 | 10 | 0 | 17 | 47 | 2 | 35 | 55 | 0.297 | 1154.0 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | 113 | 259 | 43 | 75 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 39 | 0 | 37 | 57 | 0.290 | 664.4 |
| 1999 | CHC | NL | 57 | 150 | 18 | 39 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 28 | 34 | 0.260 | 11.9 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | 46 | 106 | 11 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 17 | 24 | 0.255 | 11.9 |
| 2000 | CHC | NL | 90 | 229 | 26 | 49 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 25 | 0 | 44 | 68 | 0.214 | -643.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | NLCS | CIN | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 1071 | 850 | 5455 | 415 | 73 | 59 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | MIN | C | 18 | 7 | 41 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | MIN | C | 7 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | MIN | C | 64 | 49 | 332 | 19 | 2 | 5 |
| 1987 | MON | C | 74 | 61 | 357 | 36 | 12 | 6 |
| 1988 | CIN | C | 49 | 42 | 271 | 18 | 2 | 2 |
| 1988 | MON | C | 39 | 36 | 197 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| 1989 | CIN | C | 99 | 87 | 504 | 50 | 7 | 2 |
| 1990 | CIN | C | 70 | 53 | 358 | 26 | 5 | 1 |
| 1991 | CIN | C | 89 | 77 | 527 | 29 | 5 | 7 |
| 1992 | CIN | C | 6 | 5 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | SFN | C | 37 | 24 | 180 | 14 | 0 | 4 |
| 1994 | SFN | C | 33 | 20 | 138 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 | SFN | C | 42 | 24 | 175 | 21 | 1 | 2 |
| 1996 | COL | C | 111 | 97 | 546 | 51 | 11 | 4 |
| 1997 | COL | C | 78 | 67 | 428 | 37 | 6 | 8 |
| 1998 | COL | C | 99 | 66 | 452 | 27 | 7 | 4 |
| 1999 | CHN | C | 49 | 42 | 282 | 17 | 4 | 3 |
| 1999 | CHN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | COL | C | 36 | 27 | 160 | 15 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000 | CHN | C | 71 | 64 | 469 | 19 | 5 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1071 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | CHN | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 1999 | CHN | NL | $200,000 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | $1,300,000 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | $1,500,000 |
| 1997 | COL | NL | $650,000 |
| 1996 | COL | NL | $525,000 |
| 1995 | SFN | NL | $700,000 |
| 1994 | SFN | NL | $600,000 |
| 1993 | SFN | NL | $475,000 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | $750,000 |
| 1991 | CIN | NL | $600,000 |
| 1990 | CIN | NL | $345,000 |
| 1989 | CIN | NL | $175,000 |
| 1988 | MON | NL | $90,000 |
| 1987 | MON | NL | $72,500 |
| 1986 | MIN | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $9,042,500 | ||