Ron Stone
Born: 9/9/1942 in Corning, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1966-04-13 | Final Game: 1972-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Harry Ronald Stone
Biography
Ron Stone was a professional baseball player born in 1942, who played in Major League Baseball from 1966 to 1972. Throughout his six-season career, he appeared in 388 games, showcasing his abilities primarily as a position player. Known for his versatility on the field, Stone contributed significantly as both an outfielder and an infielder, adapting his playing style to fit the needs of his team. Over the course of his career, he recorded 194 hits, including 6 home runs, and drove in 89 runs while maintaining a batting average of .241. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases with a total of 11 stolen bases.
Stone's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the evolution of player athleticism and strategy. He played for several teams, where his reliable presence and work ethic made him a valued teammate. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the game during the late 1960s and early 1970s reflected the competitive spirit of the era, characterized by the emergence of new talent and changing styles of play. After retiring from professional baseball on October 2, 1972, Ron Stone left behind a legacy as a player who made the most of his opportunities in the rapidly evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 388 | 804 | 73 | 194 | 28 | 8 | 6 | 89 | 11 | 101 | 122 | 0.241 | 0.326 | 0.318 | 0.644 | -826.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | KC1 | AL | 26 | 22 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | PHI | NL | 103 | 222 | 22 | 53 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 29 | 28 | 0.239 | -284.6 |
| 1970 | PHI | NL | 123 | 321 | 30 | 84 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 39 | 5 | 38 | 45 | 0.262 | -107.5 |
| 1971 | PHI | NL | 95 | 185 | 16 | 42 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 23 | 2 | 25 | 36 | 0.227 | -234.5 |
| 1972 | PHI | NL | 41 | 54 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 0.167 | -199.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 12 | 1 | 45 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| OF | 238 | 167 | 335 | 19 | 10 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | KC1 | 1B | 3 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| 1966 | KC1 | OF | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | PHI | OF | 69 | 50 | 85 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1970 | PHI | 1B | 6 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1970 | PHI | OF | 99 | 76 | 148 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1971 | PHI | 1B | 3 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 1971 | PHI | OF | 51 | 34 | 76 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 1972 | PHI | OF | 15 | 7 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 12 |
| Left Field | 121 |
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 122 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin Delta College | Stockton | CA | 1962 |