Turner Ward, baseball player, 1990-2001

Turner Ward

Born: 4/11/1965 in Orlando, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1990-09-10 | Final Game: 2001-07-27

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Turner Max Ward

Biography

Turner Ward was a professional baseball player born in 1965 who enjoyed a career spanning from 1990 until his retirement in 2001. Primarily known for his role as a position player, he played in a total of 626 games throughout his career. Ward was recognized for his versatility on the field, contributing significantly to his teams with a career batting average of .251. His offensive contributions included 389 hits, 39 home runs, and 219 RBIs, demonstrating his ability to produce runs and support his teammates. During his time in Major League Baseball, Ward played in an era marked by a dynamic offensive environment. He was a member of several teams, showcasing his skills and adaptability in various roles. In addition to his offensive prowess, he added value on the bases with 33 stolen bases, reflecting his speed and awareness. Ward's career, while perhaps not as heralded as some of his contemporaries, remains an important part of the narrative of baseball during the late 20th century, highlighting the contributions of skilled role players in the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
626 1548 210 389 73 11 39 219 33 186 247 0.251 0.332 0.388 0.721 -1646.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 2 2 1 0 0 1 3 1 0 0.500

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1999 NLDS2 ARI 3 2 2 1 0 0 1 3 1 0 0.500

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 3 0 0 0
3B 1 0 0 1 0 0
OF 510 359 918 30 12 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Third Base 1
Left Field 169
Center Field 182
Right Field 220
Designated Hitter 4

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1999 ARI NL $200,000
1999 PIT NL $850,000
1998 PIT NL $825,000
1997 PIT NL $300,000
1996 ML4 AL $400,000
1995 ML4 AL $250,000
1994 ML4 AL $160,000
1993 TOR AL $160,000
1992 TOR AL $127,500
1991 CLE AL $100,000
Total Career Earnings $3,372,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Faulkner State College Bay Minette AL 1984, 1985
University of South Alabama Mobile AL 1986