Jeff Stone, baseball player, 1983-1990

Jeff Stone

Born: 12/26/1960 in Kennett, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-09-09 | Final Game: 1990-10-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Jeffrey Glen Stone

Biography

Jeff Stone was a professional baseball player born in 1960, who played in Major League Baseball from 1983 until his retirement in 1990. Known for his speed and agility on the field, Stone primarily played as a position player, contributing significantly to the teams he was a part of. He appeared in 372 games during his career, amassing a total of 261 hits with a commendable batting average of .277. His offensive contributions included 11 home runs and 72 runs batted in (RBIs), while his remarkable speed was showcased by his 75 stolen bases. Stone's career unfolded during an era characterized by a mix of traditional playing styles and the emerging emphasis on power hitting, which made his speed and contact hitting skills particularly valuable. His ability to steal bases and create scoring opportunities set him apart as a dynamic player in the league. As a retired player, Jeff Stone remains a notable figure in baseball history, remembered for his contributions on the field and his role in the game during the late 1980s.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
372 941 129 261 23 18 11 72 75 60 186 0.277 0.327 0.375 0.702 -272.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 234 207 323 19 13 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 191
Center Field 36
Right Field 12
Designated Hitter 21

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1988 BAL AL $160,000
1987 PHI NL $140,000
1986 PHI NL $100,000
Total Career Earnings $400,000

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1984 Rookie of the Year NL 7th 1.0 120 0