Jordan Schafer
Born: 9/4/1986 in Hammond, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-04-05 | Final Game: 2015-05-10
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Jordan James Schafer
Biography
Jordan Schafer, born in 1986, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2009 to 2015. Primarily recognized as a position player, Schafer played a total of 463 games in Major League Baseball (MLB), where he showcased his speed and defensive skills. Over the course of his career, he amassed 295 hits, 12 home runs, and 85 runs batted in, culminating in a batting average of .228. Notably, he demonstrated exceptional base-running ability, stealing 103 bases, which contributed to his reputation as a dynamic player on the field.
Schafer made his MLB debut during a time when the game was witnessing a mix of emerging young talent and established stars. His athleticism and versatility allowed him to play various outfield positions, where he often utilized his speed to cover ground and make impactful plays. Though his offensive statistics may not reflect the success of some of his contemporaries, his contributions as a base stealer and defensive asset were significant during his tenure. After his retirement in 2015, Schafer left behind a legacy as a player who embodied the spirit of tenacity and agility that defined an era of baseball focused on speed and athleticism.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 463 | 1292 | 171 | 295 | 48 | 9 | 12 | 85 | 103 | 145 | 383 | 0.228 | 0.308 | 0.307 | 0.615 | -3057.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ATL | NL | 50 | 167 | 18 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 27 | 63 | 0.204 | -549.7 |
| 2011 | ATL | NL | 52 | 196 | 32 | 47 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 18 | 42 | 0.240 | -426.0 |
| 2011 | HOU | NL | 30 | 106 | 14 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 28 | 0.245 | -426.0 |
| 2012 | HOU | NL | 106 | 313 | 40 | 66 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 23 | 27 | 36 | 106 | 0.211 | -1004.0 |
| 2013 | ATL | NL | 94 | 231 | 32 | 57 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 21 | 22 | 29 | 73 | 0.247 | -149.8 |
| 2014 | ATL | NL | 63 | 80 | 9 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 10 | 20 | 0.163 | -436.9 |
| 2014 | MIN | AL | 41 | 130 | 17 | 37 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 12 | 28 | 0.285 | -436.9 |
| 2015 | MIN | AL | 27 | 69 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 0.217 | -331.5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NLDS2 | ATL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 382 | 325 | 802 | 17 | 8 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ATL | OF | 50 | 49 | 127 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | ATL | OF | 51 | 47 | 125 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 | HOU | OF | 28 | 25 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | HOU | OF | 87 | 82 | 178 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 | ATL | OF | 68 | 51 | 126 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 | ATL | OF | 30 | 13 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | MIN | OF | 41 | 38 | 83 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 | MIN | OF | 27 | 20 | 55 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 65 |
| Center Field | 292 |
| Right Field | 35 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | MIN | AL | $1,550,000 |
| 2014 | MIN | AL | $1,090,000 |
| 2013 | ATL | NL | $512,500 |
| 2012 | HOU | NL | $489,000 |
| 2010 | ATL | NL | $402,500 |
| 2009 | ATL | NL | $400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,444,000 | ||