Pat Watkins
Born: 9/2/1972 in Raleigh, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-09-09 | Final Game: 1999-05-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: William Patrick Watkins
Biography
Pat Watkins, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during his career from 1997 to 1999. Over the course of his time in Major League Baseball, Watkins appeared in 116 games, where he showcased his skills as both a hitter and a fielder. He recorded 46 hits, contributing to a batting average of .236. Known for his versatility, he managed to hit 2 home runs and drive in 15 RBIs, while also demonstrating base-running capability with 2 stolen bases.
Watkins' career, although brief, came during a transformative era in baseball characterized by offensive explosions and an evolving game strategy. His time in the league coincided with the late 1990s, a period that saw significant changes in player conditioning and training regimens. While he may not have left a lasting mark in the record books, his contributions to the teams he played for reflect the journey of many players who strive to make their mark in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116 | 195 | 15 | 46 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 10 | 36 | 0.236 | 0.271 | 0.328 | 0.600 | -358.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | CIN | NL | 17 | 29 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0.207 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 83 | 147 | 11 | 39 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 8 | 26 | 0.265 | -358.0 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | 16 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.053 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 102 | 39 | 119 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | CIN | OF | 15 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | CIN | OF | 77 | 31 | 98 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 | COL | OF | 10 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 17 |
| Center Field | 55 |
| Right Field | 33 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | COL | NL | $208,000 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $378,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Carolina University | Greenville | NC | 1991, 1992, 1993 |