Jeff Tackett
Born: 12/1/1965 in Fresno, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-09-11 | Final Game: 1994-08-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Jeffrey Wilson Tackett
Biography
Jeff Tackett, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1991 to 1994. Primarily recognized as a position player, Tackett played a total of 136 games during his career. He recorded 71 hits, including 7 home runs, and accumulated 42 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .217. Known for his gritty playing style, Tackett contributed to his teams with a blend of power and determination, though he did not record any stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Tackett's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was moving away from the deadball era and embracing a more offensive approach. Despite the challenges of competing in a league filled with emerging talent, Tackett's dedication to the game and his ability to perform in crucial moments helped him secure a place in the hearts of fans and teammates alike. Although his career was relatively brief, Jeff Tackett remains a part of baseball history, remembered for his contributions during a dynamic time in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 | 327 | 35 | 71 | 14 | 2 | 7 | 42 | 0 | 37 | 71 | 0.217 | 0.300 | 0.336 | 0.637 | -604.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 6 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | 65 | 179 | 21 | 43 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 24 | 0 | 17 | 28 | 0.240 | -89.5 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 39 | 87 | 8 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 13 | 28 | 0.172 | -496.6 |
| 1994 | BAL | AL | 26 | 53 | 5 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.226 | -17.9 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 134 | 107 | 586 | 59 | 5 | 7 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BAL | C | 6 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | BAL | C | 64 | 57 | 311 | 32 | 1 | 5 |
| 1992 | BAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | BAL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | BAL | C | 38 | 30 | 167 | 16 | 2 | 1 |
| 1994 | BAL | C | 26 | 17 | 86 | 11 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Catcher | 134 |
| Third Base | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | BAL | AL | $162,500 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | $142,500 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $414,000 | ||