Wade Rowdon
Born: 9/7/1960 in Riverhead, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-09-08 | Final Game: 1988-06-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Wade Lee Rowdon
Biography
Wade Rowdon, born in 1960, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1984 to 1988. Rowdon made his mark during a competitive era in baseball, transitioning from the early 1980s into a period characterized by the increasing popularity of power hitters and the rise of advanced statistical analysis. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 78 games, where he compiled a batting average of .217 with 34 hits, including one home run and 16 RBIs.
Rowdon was known for his versatility and speed on the base paths, as evidenced by his three stolen bases. Although his career statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, he contributed to his teams with grit and determination during a time when the game was evolving. Rowdon's presence in the majors, though brief, is a testament to the myriad paths players take in their pursuit of success on the diamond. His journey through the major leagues remains a noteworthy chapter in the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | 157 | 14 | 34 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 16 | 3 | 14 | 35 | 0.217 | 0.283 | 0.299 | 0.583 | -93.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | CIN | NL | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | CIN | NL | 5 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | CIN | NL | 38 | 80 | 9 | 20 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 9 | 17 | 0.250 | -93.8 |
| 1987 | CHC | NL | 11 | 31 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | BAL | AL | 20 | 30 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 3 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 3B | 29 | 19 | 13 | 45 | 9 | 2 |
| OF | 10 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 7 | 7 | 13 | 18 | 3 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | CIN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CIN | SS | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1985 | CIN | 3B | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | CIN | 2B | 3 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 1986 | CIN | 3B | 7 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
| 1986 | CIN | SS | 6 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 3 | 4 |
| 1986 | CIN | OF | 5 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CHN | 3B | 9 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 4 | 0 |
| 1988 | BAL | 3B | 8 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 1988 | BAL | OF | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 29 |
| Shortstop | 7 |
| Left Field | 11 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | BAL | AL | $72,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $72,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stetson University | DeLand | FL | 1979, 1980, 1981 |