Jody Reed
Born: 7/26/1962 in Tampa, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-09-12 | Final Game: 1997-08-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Jody Eric Reed
Biography
Jody Reed was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1987 to 1997. Born in 1962, Reed played as a position player and showcased his skills over the course of 1,284 games. His career was characterized by a consistent batting average of .270, which reflected his ability to make contact and get on base. Reed recorded a total of 1,231 hits, including 27 home runs and 392 runs batted in (RBIs), while also displaying speed on the base paths with 40 stolen bases.
Reed's playing style was emblematic of the late 1980s and early 1990s, a period that emphasized both offensive production and defensive versatility. Known for his solid fielding abilities and tactical approach to the game, he contributed significantly to the teams he played for during his decade-long career. Throughout his tenure in the majors, Reed established himself as a reliable player, earning respect for his work ethic and team-first mentality. His contributions to the game remain part of baseball's rich history, illustrating the journey of a player who thrived in a competitive era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1284 | 4554 | 566 | 1231 | 263 | 10 | 27 | 392 | 40 | 542 | 407 | 0.270 | 0.349 | 0.350 | 0.700 | -1542.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | BOS | AL | 9 | 30 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | BOS | AL | 109 | 338 | 60 | 99 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 1 | 45 | 21 | 0.293 | 741.5 |
| 1989 | BOS | AL | 146 | 524 | 76 | 151 | 42 | 2 | 3 | 40 | 4 | 73 | 44 | 0.288 | 1333.7 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 155 | 598 | 70 | 173 | 45 | 0 | 5 | 51 | 4 | 75 | 65 | 0.289 | 1097.2 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | 153 | 618 | 87 | 175 | 42 | 2 | 5 | 60 | 6 | 60 | 53 | 0.283 | 496.6 |
| 1992 | BOS | AL | 143 | 550 | 64 | 136 | 27 | 1 | 3 | 40 | 7 | 62 | 44 | 0.247 | -829.7 |
| 1993 | LAD | NL | 132 | 445 | 48 | 123 | 21 | 2 | 2 | 31 | 1 | 38 | 40 | 0.276 | -638.9 |
| 1994 | ATL | AL | 108 | 399 | 48 | 108 | 22 | 0 | 2 | 37 | 5 | 57 | 34 | 0.271 | -430.1 |
| 1995 | SDP | NL | 131 | 445 | 58 | 114 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 40 | 6 | 59 | 38 | 0.256 | -765.8 |
| 1996 | SDP | NL | 146 | 495 | 45 | 121 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 49 | 2 | 59 | 53 | 0.244 | -1865.1 |
| 1997 | DET | AL | 52 | 112 | 6 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 10 | 15 | 0.196 | -681.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 37 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0.216 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | NLDS2 | SDN | 3 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.273 |
| 1990 | ALCS | BOS | 4 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.133 |
| 1988 | ALCS | BOS | 4 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.273 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1050 | 1000 | 2135 | 3187 | 65 | 690 |
| 3B | 9 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 236 | 201 | 304 | 583 | 32 | 121 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | BOS | 2B | 2 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 1987 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | BOS | SS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 0 | 7 |
| 1988 | BOS | 2B | 11 | 11 | 20 | 32 | 0 | 7 |
| 1988 | BOS | 3B | 4 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1988 | BOS | SS | 94 | 83 | 123 | 242 | 11 | 49 |
| 1989 | BOS | 2B | 70 | 65 | 143 | 209 | 8 | 46 |
| 1989 | BOS | 3B | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | BOS | SS | 77 | 73 | 107 | 213 | 11 | 42 |
| 1989 | BOS | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | BOS | 2B | 119 | 113 | 215 | 374 | 6 | 82 |
| 1990 | BOS | SS | 50 | 38 | 63 | 104 | 10 | 21 |
| 1991 | BOS | 2B | 152 | 150 | 312 | 444 | 14 | 109 |
| 1991 | BOS | SS | 6 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1992 | BOS | 2B | 142 | 141 | 304 | 472 | 14 | 113 |
| 1993 | LAN | 2B | 132 | 129 | 280 | 413 | 5 | 76 |
| 1994 | ML4 | 2B | 106 | 106 | 231 | 353 | 3 | 72 |
| 1995 | SDN | 2B | 130 | 118 | 303 | 362 | 4 | 79 |
| 1995 | SDN | SS | 5 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | SDN | 2B | 145 | 137 | 275 | 411 | 9 | 86 |
| 1997 | DET | 2B | 41 | 28 | 49 | 107 | 2 | 18 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1049 |
| Third Base | 9 |
| Shortstop | 239 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Player of the Week | Week of 1991-09-21 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | DET | AL | $675,000 |
| 1996 | SDN | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 1995 | SDN | NL | $450,000 |
| 1994 | ML4 | AL | $750,000 |
| 1993 | LAN | NL | $2,500,000 |
| 1992 | BOS | AL | $1,600,000 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | $850,000 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | $300,000 |
| 1989 | BOS | AL | $175,000 |
| 1988 | BOS | AL | $64,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $8,364,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| State College of Florida - Manatee-Sarasota | Bradenton | FL | 1981, 1982 |
| Florida State University | Tallahassee | FL | 1983, 1984 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 18th | 9.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1988 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 48.0 | 140 | 6 |